Senior Java Architect

Job-ID: 7178Location: Dallas, TXJob Code: SP082626Job Type: PermanentCategory: ITPlacement Manager: Steve PalmerSalary Range: $130,000-$135,000A Dallas-area company is seeking a hands-on Senior Java Architect to lead the design, development, and modernization of scalable enterprise applications and cloud-native platforms. This role combines enterprise architecture leadership with direct Java development.The Senior Java Architect will provide technical leadership across architecture, software development, and system integration while continuing to contribute production code. This individual will help drive engineering standards, microservices adoption, cloud strategy, DevOps practices, and AI-enabled development initiatives while scaling an acquired ERP software platform into an enterprise-level application.Key Responsibilities Design enterprise Java 21+ architectures and contribute directly to coding. Lead development of scalable, high-performance cloud-native applications. Build microservices and distributed systems. Design REST APIs, integrations, and integration patterns. Lead code and design reviews. Create prototypes and reference implementations to validate architecture decisions. Contribute production code for complex features and integrations. Define and enforce architecture and coding standards. Document architectural decisions and system interactions. Collaborate with product and engineering teams. Troubleshoot complex production issues. Drive CI/CD, automation, and DevOps practices. Mentor engineers through hands-on technical guidance. Evaluate and adopt new technologies, including AI-assisted development tools.Compensation & Additional InformationThis is a permanent, full-time, direct-hire hybrid position with a starting base salary of approximately $130,000-$135,000, depending on experience.The benefits package includes an annual merit increase, annual discretionary performance bonus, discretionary profit-sharing plan, 401(k) with employer match, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and additional benefits.No C2C or contract applicants.Requirements 8+ years of Java development experience in Agile environments, including 4+ years of architectural responsibility. Deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring Security. Expertise with JDBC-based data access. Experience with distributed caching strategies and local fallback. Strong experience with microservices and distributed systems. Strong REST API and systems integration experience. Strong MySQL/Aurora SQL skills. Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS. Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools. Strong understanding of system performance and scalability. ERP or supply chain platform experience, including scaling and building out an ERP software platform into an enterprise-level application. Experience with Claude AI-assisted development tools. Familiarity with AI-enabled applications and workflows. Understanding of data pipelines and automation solutions. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or a related field. Must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship or visa transfer now or in the future.Preferred Qualifications AI certifications. Experience with generative AI concepts. Azure DevOps or comparable tools. Knowledge of security frameworks and best practices. Experience modernizing legacy systems. Spring Cloud experience.