Ruby on Rails Architect - W2 only

SunTechPros Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT Services is seeking a Solutions Architect to integrate a Ruby on Rails product with existing Java applications. This strategic role requires strong technical leadership and expertise in system integration, microservices, and cloud-based deployments. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and the ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software development and architecture.
• Proven experience with Ruby on Rails and Java-based architectures.
• Strong background in system integration and cloud deployments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of Ruby on Rails product with Java application.
• Align architectural decisions with business goals.
• Evaluate and recommend integration approaches for scalability and security.

Skills

Software Development

System Integration

Microservices

APIs

Cloud-based Deployments

Communication

Stakeholder Management

AI Tools

Job description

Solutions Architect – Ruby on Rails & Java Integration

Location: Mountain View, CA / New York City, NY (Hybrid)

We are seeking a Solutions Architect to lead the integration of a newly acquired Ruby on Rails-based product with our existing Java-based application.

This is a strategic role that demands strong technical leadership, cross-platform expertise, and the ability to drive alignment between teams and technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the end-to-end integration of the Ruby on Rails product with the Java-based application.
2. Act as the bridge between Ruby on Rails and Java teams, aligning architectural decisions with business goals.
3. Facilitate technical discussions and decision-making across leadership teams from both platforms.
4. Evaluate and recommend the best-fit integration approach, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
5. Define the architecture roadmap and integration strategy with a clear focus on long-term maintainability.
6. Proactively identify and resolve cross-platform conflicts, gaps, or inefficiencies. Guide and support development teams throughout the integration lifecycle.

Qualifications:

1. 10+ years of experience in software development and architecture.
2. Proven experience with both Ruby on Rails and Java-based architectures.
3. Strong background in system integration, microservices, APIs, and cloud-based deployments.
4. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
5. Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
6. Hands-on experience with AI tools to improve productivity, optimize design workflows, or accelerate decision-making.
7. Experience in leading cross-functional and geographically distributed teams is a plus.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology, Product Management, and Project Management

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting and Software Development

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