Job descriptionRole Name: Java & Bigdata Solution Architect
Location: Toronto days a week on site not negotiable, candidates have to be open to do FF interview if required
JOB DESCRIPTION:
days a week on site not negotiable, candidates have to be open to do FF interview if required
We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect with strong expertise in Java and Big Data technologies to design, develop, and implement scalable, high-performance enterprise solutions. The ideal candidate will play a key role in defining architecture, guiding development teams, and ensuring alignment with business objectives and technology strategy.
Experience level - years
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Design
Define end-to-end solution architecture for enterprise applications leveraging Java and Big Data platforms.
Design scalable, secure, and high-performance systems using microservices and distributed architectures.
Develop architecture blueprints, technical roadmaps, and solution designs aligned with business needs.
Evaluate and recommend appropriate tools, frameworks, and technologies.
Java & Application Development
Lead design and development of enterprise applications using Java (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Hibernate).
Establish best practices for coding standards, design patterns, and performance optimization.
Review code and ensure adherence to architecture guidelines.
Big Data Architecture
Design and implement Big Data solutions using technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Hive, Kafka, and NoSQL databases.
Define data ingestion, processing, and storage strategies.
Build real-time and batch data processing pipelines.
Ensure data quality, integrity, and governance.
Cloud & Integration
Architect cloud-based solutions (AWS, Azure,) integrating Big Data and Java services.
Design APIs and integration frameworks using REST, messaging systems, and event-driven architectures.
Work on containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
Collaboration & Leadership
Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and engineering teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.
Mentor development teams and provide technical leadership.
Conduct architecture reviews and ensure alignment with enterprise standards.
Performance & Security
Ensure system scalability, reliability, and performance.
Implement security best practices and compliance requirements.
Identify and mitigate risks in architecture.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills
Strong experience in Java ecosystem (Java , Spring Boot, Spring Cloud).
Expertise in Big Data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, Hive).
Hands-on experience with distributed systems and microservices architecture.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
Knowledge of database systems: SQL and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra).
Familiarity with DevOps tools (CI/CD pipelines, Jenkins, Git, Terraform).
Experience with API design, RESTful services, and event-driven systems.
Architecture Skills
Strong understanding of enterprise architecture and solution design.
Experience in designing large-scale, high-throughput systems.
Knowledge of architecture patterns and best practices.
Soft Skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to lead and mentor teams.
Experience & Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
years of IT experience with at least – years in a Solution Architect role.
Proven experience delivering enterprise-grade Java and Big Data solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with data governance and data lake architectures.
Certification in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
Exposure to AI/ML data pipelines is a plus.
Experience in Agile and DevOps environments.
Key Competencies
Strategic thinking
Technical leadership
Innovation and continuous improvement
Stakeholder engagement
Delivery excellence
days a week on site not negotiable, candidates have to be open to do FF interview if required