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Senior Java Solution Architect (ID: 3842)

Tech Jobs Netherlands - STAFIDE
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Full-time

About this role

As a Senior Java Solution Architect, You Will:

  • Define end-to-end solution architecture for enterprise-grade backend systems, APIs, integrations, and data flows.

  • Design and develop scalable microservices-based solutions using Java 17+ and cloud-native architecture principles.

  • Create high-level and detailed technical design artifacts, including architecture diagrams, sequence diagrams, data models, and integration specifications.

  • Lead architectural discussions and provide technical direction to development teams throughout the software development lifecycle.

  • Design secure, resilient, and highly available solutions incorporating fault tolerance, distributed caching, service discovery, and load balancing.

  • Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Security teams, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

  • Conduct architecture reviews, design reviews, and code reviews to ensure adherence to engineering standards and best practices.

  • Define and implement API design standards, security controls, and integration patterns across multiple applications.

  • Drive cloud adoption and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, governance, and compliance requirements.

  • Establish best practices for CI/CD, automated testing, deployment, observability, monitoring, and operational excellence.

  • Support event-driven architectures and integration strategies using messaging and streaming platforms.

  • Provide technical leadership for complex projects and mentor development teams on architecture and engineering practices.

What You Bring to the Table:

  • 6–8 years of experience in Java development, solution architecture, or backend engineering roles.

  • Strong expertise in Java 17+ and enterprise application development.

  • Hands-on experience designing and implementing Microservices Architecture.

  • Strong knowledge of RESTful API design, OpenAPI/Swagger documentation, and API lifecycle management.

  • Experience with API security standards including OAuth2, JWT, and mTLS.

  • Expertise in Microsoft Azure and cloud-native application development.

  • Experience with Azure DevOps, Git, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, Docker, and Kubernetes.

  • Strong understanding of distributed systems, scalability, resilience, and performance optimization.

  • Experience with Domain-Driven Design (DDD), Event-Driven Architecture, and architectural modeling frameworks.

  • Knowledge of messaging and streaming platforms such as Kafka or Event Hubs.

  • Familiarity with compliance, security, and governance requirements within regulated environments.

  • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

You Should Possess the Ability to:

  • Architect scalable, secure, and maintainable enterprise solutions.

  • Translate complex business requirements into practical technical designs.

  • Lead technical discussions and influence architecture decisions across teams.

  • Simplify complex technical concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Design systems with reliability, observability, and operational excellence in mind.

  • Identify architectural risks early and propose effective mitigation strategies.

  • Drive engineering best practices and maintain high-quality delivery standards.

  • Collaborate effectively in cross-functional and international environments.

What We Bring to the Table:

  • Opportunity to work on large-scale digital transformation and modernization initiatives.

  • Exposure to modern cloud-native technologies and enterprise architecture practices.

  • Collaborative environment with architects, engineers, and business stakeholders.

  • Challenging projects involving microservices, cloud platforms, and distributed systems.

  • Opportunities to drive technical innovation and influence strategic architecture decisions.

  • A culture focused on continuous learning, technical excellence, and professional growth.

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