Job Title: Technical Architect / Java Architect Location: New York - REMOTE Duration: 6-12 Months Contract Experience Required: 15+ Years (MANDATORY) Job Summary We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Architect / Java Architect with 15+ years of expertise in designing and delivering end-to-end, highly scalable distributed systems. The ideal candidate will have strong architectural leadership, proven hands-on Java/Spring experience, Microservices design expertise, and the ability to drive complex technology initiatives across enterprise environments. Required Skills & Experience

• 15+ years mandatory in IT with strong experience in architecture, system design, and enterprise-level application development.
• 10+ years hands-on experience in Java, Spring, Spring Boot.
• Expertise in Microservices architecture, distributed systems, and high-scale platform design.
• Strong understanding of Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF, NASCIO, FE).
• Proficient with Relational & NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL).
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, cloud platforms, and virtualized environments.
• Experience implementing GCP architecture concepts.
• Strong communication, leadership, and presentation skills.
• Solid foundation in software design patterns and performance engineering.
• Experience with application lifecycle management, deployment strategies, and infrastructure planning.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Solution Design

• Architect and design end-to-end solutions across distributed and host-based environments.
• Develop, implement, and maintain large-scale, high-performance Java and Microservices-based applications.
• Solve complex architectural challenges involving scalability, performance, resiliency, and distributed systems.
• Ensure conceptual completeness and alignment of technical solutions with enterprise goals.
• Provide architectural guidance, standards, policies, and governance across teams.
• Lead architectural initiatives and promote Enterprise Architecture (EA) processes and outcomes.

Strategic Consulting & Leadership

• Align architecture vision and technology strategies with business objectives.
• Collaborate with leadership, project managers, and cross-functional teams to ensure architectural alignment.
• Review existing business processes and establish metrics for continuous improvement.
• Drive the team to deliver high-quality, on-time product releases.

Technical Expertise & Development

• Utilize deep understanding of Java, Spring, Microservices, and distributed systems to guide design decisions.
• Apply design patterns (OO, functional design), performance tuning, and best practices.
• Hands-on problem-solving and proactive solution recommendation.
• Apply knowledge of agile methodologies in solution development.
• Ensure high-quality code standards and architectural consistency across the delivery lifecycle.