Java Architect (Pittsburgh)

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking an experienced Java Architect to design, develop, and guide the implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership across architecture, solution design, development standards, and system integration while collaborating with engineering, product, and business teams.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Pittsburgh, PA is $120k - $130k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Define and implement robust application architectures using Java and related enterprise technologies.
• Design scalable, reliable, and secure solutions for complex business requirements.
• Lead the development of microservices, RESTful APIs, and distributed systems.
• Establish architectural standards, design patterns, coding guidelines, and best practices.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies, frameworks, tools, and platforms.
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, developers, QA engineers, DevOps teams, and stakeholders.
• Create architecture documents, technical specifications, system diagrams, and proof-of-concept solutions.
• Review code and technical designs to ensure quality, maintainability, performance, and security.
• Identify technical risks and provide mitigation strategies.
• Guide teams in cloud adoption, CI/CD, containerization, and modern engineering practices.
• Troubleshoot complex production and performance issues.
• Mentor developers and promote continuous improvement across engineering teams.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in software development, with significant experience in Java/J2EE.
• Strong proficiency in:
• Java, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and Hibernate/JPA
• Microservices and RESTful web services
• Design patterns, object-oriented design, and SOLID principles
• Relational and NoSQL databases
• Messaging technologies such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or JMS
• Experience designing distributed, highly available, and fault-tolerant systems.
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles and enterprise integration patterns.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and infrastructure automation.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON’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.