Java Microservices Architect - Cloud Integration, Containerization & Security

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Informat

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Job Summary Synechron is seeking an experienced Java Backend Developer focused on Microservices and Cloud Integration. This role involves designing and developing scalable, secure, and high-performance microservices in an enterprise environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for building robust back-end systems supporting cloud-based architectures, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless deployment, performance, and security, and maintaining high coding standards to support organizational growth and digital transformation initiatives. Software Requirements Required Software Proficiency: Java (latest LTS version, e.g., Java 11 or 17) - extensive hands-on experience in enterprise Java development supporting scalable back-end systems Frameworks: Spring Boot, Hibernate, or JSF - proven expertise in building microservices architectures and ORM-based data management RESTful Web Services and APIs - strong ability to create and consume APIs supporting distributed systems Databases: SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL - robust skills in data modeling, query optimization, and database interaction Code version control: Git, Bitbucket - proficiency managing source code, branches, and collaboration workflows Cloud platforms: AWS or GCP - experience deploying and supporting cloud-native applications (preferred) Preferred Software Skills: Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes supporting container deployment and orchestration Build tools: Maven, Gradle supporting automated builds and dependency management CI/CD pipelines: Jenkins, Azure DevOps supporting pipeline automation and continuous delivery Monitoring tools: Prometheus, ELK Stack, CloudWatch supporting observability and system health monitoring Overall Responsibilities Develop, test, and implement secure, scalable microservices supporting enterprise applications in a cloud environment Collaborate with product, architecture, and DevOps teams to design and deploy high-performance applications supporting business needs Write clean, maintainable, and scalable backend code following best practices and architecture standards Conduct technical code reviews, optimize performance, and support troubleshooting of production systems Drive automation of build, deployment, and operational workflows supporting continuous integration/delivery Support cloud environment architectures, container orchestration, and system upgrades supporting operational resilience Maintain documentation of system architecture, code, API specifications, and operational procedures Participate in security and compliance assessment activities including encryption, access control, and audit logging Technical Skills (By Category) Programming Languages & Web Frameworks (Essential): Java (latest LTS), Spring Boot, Hibernate - core support for scalable, maintainable microservices APIs & Protocols: RESTful API design and consumption, with experience supporting distributed architectures Databases & Data Management: SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL - for data persistence, queries, and reporting Cloud & Orchestration: AWS or GCP - for deploying, scaling, and managing cloud-native applications (preferred) Docker, Kubernetes (2+ years) - containerized deployment and orchestration support Tools & CI/CD: Jenkins, Azure DevOps, Maven, Gradle - for build automation and continuous deployment Monitoring & Security: Prometheus, ELK Stack, CloudWatch - for system health, logs, and performance tracking Security: Encryption, access controls, compliance standards (e.g., PCI DSS, HIPAA) support Experience Requirements 4+ years of enterprise Java backend development supporting scalable microservices Proven experience in designing, deploying, and maintaining distributed, cloud-supported systems Extensive knowledge of API development, cloud integration, and container orchestration support Experience working within Agile teams supporting DevOps automation and CI/CD pipelines Industry experience in financial services, healthcare, or regulated environments (preferred) Day-to-Day Activities Develop, test, and optimize Java-based microservices supporting enterprise workflows Collaborate with product, architecture, and DevOps teams to implement new features and system enhancements Support deployment pipelines, automation scripts, and container orchestration processes Troubleshoot application and infrastructure issues, perform root-cause analysis, and resolve incidents proactively Support cloud deployment, environment upgrades, and system migrations supporting operational efficiency Implement security best practices including encryption, access controls, and compliance monitoring Document architecture, deployment procedures, and system configurations supporting scalability and compliance Monitor system health metrics, troubleshoot failures, and optimize performance in support of high-availability standards

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