Sr. Enterprise Architect

Sr. Enterprise ArchitectPosition Type: Contract to hire Location: Onsite at Charlotte, NC Interviews are going on. Role/ResponsibilitiesDesign and architect scalable, resilient, and high-performance solutions using microservicesGood knowledge on Event driven Architecture and DatabaseLead the development of cloud migration strategies and modernization roadmapsProvide expert guidance on container orchestration platforms like KubernetesEvaluate and recommend emerging technologies to enhance our cloud infrastructureCollaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business objectivesMentor junior architects and engineers on cloud best practicesConduct architecture reviews and provide technical leadership throughout the development lifecycleQualifications & ExperienceMinimum Requirements20+ years of experience in modern application architecture, with at least 8+ years focused on cloud solutionsExpert-level knowledge of at least one major cloud provider (AWS)Extensive experience designing and implementing Java microservices-based architecturesDesign, deploy, and manage Kafka clusters in on-premise and/or cloud environments.Strong knowledge of database technologies, both relational and NoSQLStrong understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practicesFamiliarity with serverless computing and event-driven architecturesKnowledge of API design and managementUnderstanding of cloud security best practices and compliance requirementsExperience with distributed systems and their associated challengesExcellent problem-solving skills and ability to architect solutions for complex business requirementsStrong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholdersRelevant certifications (AWS Solutions Architect) are a plusFamiliarity with observability and monitoring tools for microservices environmentsFamiliarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies