Strategic Data Systems
Overview
W-2 Position - No Sponsorship Available - On-site in Cincinnati, Ohio For more than three decades, Strategic Data Systems (SDS) has been a software consultancy firm specializing in strategy, technology, and business transformation for Fortune 100 companies, mid-sized firms, and startups. At SDS, we empower our development teams to address our clients' critical business challenges by leveraging cutting edge technologies. If you seek a workplace where your contributions are truly appreciated, then SDS is the company for you. Join us today to work alongside fellow development specialists and become a crucial part of our dynamic and cohesive community. Job Title:
Backend Solutions Architect Location:
Cincinnati, OH - onsite Downtown What Youll Do
We are seeking a
Backend Solution Architect
with strong expertise in
Java Spring Boot ,
AWS cloud services , and
OpenShift container platforms . This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling enterprise-grade backend services that run in
cloud-native
and
hybrid infrastructures . The architect will guide teams in building secure, resilient, and high-performance microservices while ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and compliance requirements. This is a primary hands on keyboard role. Key Responsibilities
Backend Architecture & Design : Define and implement
microservice-based backend architectures
using Java and Spring Boot. Design
RESTful and event-driven APIs
for enterprise applications. Establish
domain-driven design (DDD)
practices to ensure modular, maintainable, and business-aligned solutions. Optimize backend performance through
caching, load balancing, and resilient service patterns . Cloud & Platform Engineering
Architect and deploy services to
AWS
(ECS/EKS, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, RDS/DynamoDB, IAM). Leverage
OpenShift/Kubernetes
for container orchestration, service mesh, and workload scalability. Drive adoption of
infrastructure as code
(Terraform, CloudFormation, Helm) for repeatable, automated provisioning. Ensure services are designed for
multi-AZ availability, failover, and disaster recovery . Governance, Security & Compliance
Implement
security best practices : IAM roles, OAuth2/OIDC, mTLS, data encryption at rest/in transit. Ensure compliance with enterprise and industry regulations (SOC1/2, PCI, GDPR/CCPA). Build CI/CD pipelines with
automated testing, security scans, and deployment gates . Collaboration & Leadership
Partner with enterprise architects, cloud engineers, and security teams to align backend designs with organizational strategy. Mentor developers and DevOps engineers on
Spring Boot, AWS, OpenShift, and Linux best practices . Facilitate architecture reviews and guide decision-making on backend modernization and cloud migration. Qualifications & Requirements
Technical Skills
Java & Spring Boot : 10+ years of backend engineering experience with strong expertise in
Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Security . Cloud (AWS) : Hands-on experience with
ECS/EKS, Lambda, S3, API Gateway, RDS/DynamoDB, CloudWatch, IAM . Containers (OpenShift/Kubernetes) : Experience designing and deploying containerized workloads on
OpenShift (Operators, ConfigMaps, secrets, service mesh). Linux : Strong background in
Linux administration, shell scripting, troubleshooting, and performance tuning . Data & Messaging : Familiarity with
RDBMS, NoSQL, Kafka, RabbitMQ, or SQS . DevOps : Experience with
CI/CD pipelines , container registries, and infrastructure automation.
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex backend challenges. Ability to communicate effectively across engineering, operations, and executive stakeholders. Proven leadership in guiding cross-functional teams toward modernization and cloud-native adoption.
Education & Certification
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Preferred certifications:
AWS Solutions Architect (Associate/Professional) Red Hat OpenShift Specialist / Kubernetes CKA Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC) or RHCSA/RHCE
Preferred Experience
Modernizing legacy applications into
cloud-native Java microservices . Operating
hybrid cloud architectures
combining AWS and on-premises OpenShift. Delivering backend systems in
regulated industries
requiring high availability, auditability, and compliance. Experience in
large-scale transaction systems or event-driven backend platforms .
What Youll Get / Benefits
Competitive base salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage Optional life and disability insurance provided 401(k) with a company match and optional profit sharing Paid vacation time Paid Bench time Training allowance offering You'll be eligible to earn referral bonuses! EEO Statement:
SDS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Apply For Job #J-18808-Ljbffr
W-2 Position - No Sponsorship Available - On-site in Cincinnati, Ohio For more than three decades, Strategic Data Systems (SDS) has been a software consultancy firm specializing in strategy, technology, and business transformation for Fortune 100 companies, mid-sized firms, and startups. At SDS, we empower our development teams to address our clients' critical business challenges by leveraging cutting edge technologies. If you seek a workplace where your contributions are truly appreciated, then SDS is the company for you. Join us today to work alongside fellow development specialists and become a crucial part of our dynamic and cohesive community. Job Title:
Backend Solutions Architect Location:
Cincinnati, OH - onsite Downtown What Youll Do
We are seeking a
Backend Solution Architect
with strong expertise in
Java Spring Boot ,
AWS cloud services , and
OpenShift container platforms . This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling enterprise-grade backend services that run in
cloud-native
and
hybrid infrastructures . The architect will guide teams in building secure, resilient, and high-performance microservices while ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and compliance requirements. This is a primary hands on keyboard role. Key Responsibilities
Backend Architecture & Design : Define and implement
microservice-based backend architectures
using Java and Spring Boot. Design
RESTful and event-driven APIs
for enterprise applications. Establish
domain-driven design (DDD)
practices to ensure modular, maintainable, and business-aligned solutions. Optimize backend performance through
caching, load balancing, and resilient service patterns . Cloud & Platform Engineering
Architect and deploy services to
AWS
(ECS/EKS, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, RDS/DynamoDB, IAM). Leverage
OpenShift/Kubernetes
for container orchestration, service mesh, and workload scalability. Drive adoption of
infrastructure as code
(Terraform, CloudFormation, Helm) for repeatable, automated provisioning. Ensure services are designed for
multi-AZ availability, failover, and disaster recovery . Governance, Security & Compliance
Implement
security best practices : IAM roles, OAuth2/OIDC, mTLS, data encryption at rest/in transit. Ensure compliance with enterprise and industry regulations (SOC1/2, PCI, GDPR/CCPA). Build CI/CD pipelines with
automated testing, security scans, and deployment gates . Collaboration & Leadership
Partner with enterprise architects, cloud engineers, and security teams to align backend designs with organizational strategy. Mentor developers and DevOps engineers on
Spring Boot, AWS, OpenShift, and Linux best practices . Facilitate architecture reviews and guide decision-making on backend modernization and cloud migration. Qualifications & Requirements
Technical Skills
Java & Spring Boot : 10+ years of backend engineering experience with strong expertise in
Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Security . Cloud (AWS) : Hands-on experience with
ECS/EKS, Lambda, S3, API Gateway, RDS/DynamoDB, CloudWatch, IAM . Containers (OpenShift/Kubernetes) : Experience designing and deploying containerized workloads on
OpenShift (Operators, ConfigMaps, secrets, service mesh). Linux : Strong background in
Linux administration, shell scripting, troubleshooting, and performance tuning . Data & Messaging : Familiarity with
RDBMS, NoSQL, Kafka, RabbitMQ, or SQS . DevOps : Experience with
CI/CD pipelines , container registries, and infrastructure automation.
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex backend challenges. Ability to communicate effectively across engineering, operations, and executive stakeholders. Proven leadership in guiding cross-functional teams toward modernization and cloud-native adoption.
Education & Certification
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Preferred certifications:
AWS Solutions Architect (Associate/Professional) Red Hat OpenShift Specialist / Kubernetes CKA Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC) or RHCSA/RHCE
Preferred Experience
Modernizing legacy applications into
cloud-native Java microservices . Operating
hybrid cloud architectures
combining AWS and on-premises OpenShift. Delivering backend systems in
regulated industries
requiring high availability, auditability, and compliance. Experience in
large-scale transaction systems or event-driven backend platforms .
What Youll Get / Benefits
Competitive base salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage Optional life and disability insurance provided 401(k) with a company match and optional profit sharing Paid vacation time Paid Bench time Training allowance offering You'll be eligible to earn referral bonuses! EEO Statement:
SDS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Apply For Job #J-18808-Ljbffr