Sr. Java Architect

blueStone; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A national search firm is seeking a Sr. Java Architect to oversee project implementation and provide design recommendations aligned with the long-term IT strategy. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Java and J2EE, as well as expertise in high-volume, high-concurrency applications. Responsibilities include developing enterprise-level applications, custom integration solutions, and improving existing systems. This position offers a significant opportunity to lead in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Core Java and J2EE.
• Expert knowledge of application architecture and integration.
• Proven leadership experience in application development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project implementation based on enterprise architecture.
• Provide design recommendations for long-term IT strategy.
• Develop enterprise-level applications and integration solutions.

Skills

Core Java

J2EE

Spring framework

High volume applications

High concurrency applications

Unit testing

Integration testing

Architecture design

Application systems design

Integration solutions

Tools

MQ

CTG

Akka

Job description

blueStone Recruiting is a national search firm with a focus of placing top Web and Applications talent from the Analyst level to Directors of Application Development with prestigious organizations nationwide

Job Description

blueStone Recruiting is currently seeking a Sr. Java Architect with strong multithreading and Java Collections API experience. This position will oversee implementation of projects based on design recommendations based on enterprise architecture direction that aligns to long-term IT organization strategy. This role will also be heavily involved in component based architecture, development methodologies, facilitation skills, multi-platform application design, systems design, requirements/interface design & analysis, project planning, estimating, tracking, and change management. This role will also provide design recommendations based on long-term IT organization strategy; developing enterprise level application and custom integration solutions including major enhancements and interfaces, functions, and features.

Qualifications

• Skilled in providing design recommendations based on long-term IT organization strategy
• Strong hands on Core Java and J2EE experience
• Significant experience with Spring framework, high volume, high concurrency applications
• Skilled with MQ, CTG, and tool like Akka are preferable
• Strong understanding of client-side unit & integration testing approaches
• Well versed in developing enterprise level application and custom integration solutions including major enhancements and interfaces, functions and features
• Expert level knowledge and understanding of architecture, application systems design and integration
• Can determine specifications, then plans, designs, and develops the most complex and business critical software solutions, utilizing appropriate software engineering process either individually or in concert with project team
• Experience using a variety of platforms to provide automated systems applications to customers
• Proven experience in playing a lead role on application teams
• Ability to provide expertise regarding the integration of applications across the business

Additional Information

Work with blueStone recruiting to find your next Web Development or Application Development role. You can find us at http://bluestonerecruiting.com. We look forward to speaking with you.