Java and AI Solution Architect/Lead Developer

Description

Java and AI Solution Architect/Lead Developer

Java, AKS & AI Enabled Engineering

Dallas TX

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