Java Architect

Seeking a highly skilled Java API Architect with extensive experience designing, implementing, and maintaining Java-based APIsHas to define the architecture for our APIs, ensuring scalability, performance, reliability and understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions

Design, develop, and maintain scalable and high-performance Java-based APIsEvaluate and recommend appropriate technologies and tools to support API development and integrationEnsure APIs meet performance, scalability, security, reliability requirements and address technical debt, performance bottlenecks, and other architectural challengesProvide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers and stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trendsContribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and practicesRequirementsBachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Masters degree preferredProven experience (15+ years) designing and developing Java-based APIs, with a deep understanding of API design principles, patterns, and best practicesExtensive hands-on experience with Java programming language and related frameworks (eg, Spring Boot, Hibernate)

Experience with API development tools and technologies, such as REST, GraphQL, Swagger, JSON, XML, etcStrong understanding of microservices architecture, distributed systems, and cloud-native development (experience with containerization platforms like Docker and Kubernetes is a plus)Familiarity with security protocols such as OAuth and API security best practicesSolid knowledge of software design principles, design patterns, and architectural styles with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issuesEffective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work well in a team environmentExperience working in Agile development methodologies.