Java Microservices Architect | Cloud Integration, Containerization & Security

Java Microservices Architect | Cloud Integration, Containerization & Security

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

• 5+ 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field

• 5+ years of hands-on experience supporting enterprise microservices and cloud-native applications supporting large-scale systems

• Certifications in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) or Java frameworks (preferred)

• Proven experience in deploying secure, scalable, and highly available microservices architectures

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills supporting complex systems and performance issues

• Leadership qualities for guiding development teams and enforcing best-practices in microservices architecture

• Effective communication skills for stakeholder management and documentation

• Adaptability to evolving cloud technologies, security standards, and enterprise requirements

• Strategic thinking supporting scalable, resilient, and compliant software solutions

• Time management skills to prioritize multiple initiatives efficiently and meet project deadlines

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Experience Level

Senior Level