Java and AI Solution Architect/Lead Developer

Job Title: Java and AI Solution Architect/Lead Developer

Location: Dallas TX (Onsite Position)

Job Type: Full time position

Interview process: Teams Interview

Role Summary
Lead the architecture, modernization, and delivery of cloud native solutions on Azure. Act as the primary liaison with business stakeholders, enterprise architects, and delivery teams to drive application modernization and AI enabled engineering adoption.

Key Responsibilities
Define target state architecture for enterprise applications.
Lead legacy to cloud modernization initiatives.
Architect Java/Spring Boot microservices on Azure.
Govern AKS platform design, scalability, resilience, and security.
Drive AI enabled engineering adoption using GitHub Copilot, Azure AI, and automation tools.
Conduct architecture reviews and design workshops.
Define migration and cutover strategies.
Collaborate with customer leadership and IT stakeholders.

Required Skills
12+ years in software engineering and architecture.
Strong expertise in:
Java 17+
Spring Boot
Spring Cloud
Microservices Architecture
Event Driven Architecture
Extensive Azure Cloud experience.
Deep knowledge of AKS, Containers, and Kubernetes.
Experience in cloud migration and modernization programs.
AI assisted development and SDLC transformation experience.

Preferred Certifications
Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Kubernetes Certifications (CKA/CKAD)
Azure AI Engineer Associate