Senior Java Microservices Architect (Cloud-Native)

Publicis Sapient; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive compensation

Flexible work-life balance

Health benefits

Generous leave and holidays

Wellness program

Job summary

Publicis Sapient in Chicago is seeking an Enterprise Java Architect focused on Java microservices to design scalable, high-performance solutions for our clients. You will lead the development of microservices, API design, security, and observability, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into robust technical architectures.

You bring 8+ years of Java experience, deep expertise in Spring Boot/Spring Cloud, and hands-on work with AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, and

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in Java development with a microservices focus.
• Expertise in Spring Boot and Spring Cloud.
• Experience with AWS/Azure/GCP and containerization with Docker/Kubernetes.
• Strong RESTful APIs, event-driven design, and messaging (Kafka/RabbitMQ).
• CI/CD, automated testing, and DevOps practices.
• Proficiency with AI pair-programmers (GitHub Copilot, Claude) to boost productivity.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Java-based microservices architectures that are scalable, resilient, and high-performing.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure API design, security, and observability best practices.
• Optimize system performance and cloud-native integrations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members.
• Translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.
• Stay up to date with trends in Java, microservices, and cloud computing.

Skills

Java microservices

Spring Boot

Spring Cloud

AWS/Azure/GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

REST APIs

Event-driven architecture

Kafka/RabbitMQ

CI/CD

DevOps

GitHub Copilot

Claude Code

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Prometheus

Grafana

Jaeger

Job description

Publicis Sapient in Chicago is seeking an Enterprise Java Architect focused on Java microservices to design scalable, high-performance solutions for our clients. You will lead the development of microservices, API design, security, and observability, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into robust technical architectures.

You bring 8+ years of Java experience, deep expertise in Spring Boot/Spring Cloud, and hands-on work with AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, and