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Qode

Java Architect

Qode, College Station, Texas, United States, 77843

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Java Architect With Kafka & Event-Driven Architecture

Incedo is seeking an experienced Java Architect with deep expertise in Kafka, Messaging Bus architectures, and Event-Driven Solutioning. The ideal candidate will design, architect, and lead the development of robust and scalable backend systems that power critical financial services. Key Responsibilities Architect, design, and develop scalable Java-based enterprise systems using Spring Boot, Kafka, and microservices principles. Drive event-driven architecture design and implementation across distributed systems. Define and implement messaging patterns using Apache Kafka, ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ, or other messaging buses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design end-to-end solutions aligned with enterprise architecture standards. Ensure system resiliency, high availability, and performance optimization. Evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance system architecture. Lead code reviews, provide architectural guidance, and mentor development teams. Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements in solution designs. Required Skills & Experience 10+ years of Java/J2EE backend development experience. 5+ years of architecture experience in large-scale distributed systems. Expertise in Apache Kafka, including topics, partitions, producers, consumers, and Kafka Streams. Strong hands-on experience with Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and Microservices Architecture. Deep understanding of Event-Driven Architecture (EDA) patterns and best practices. Experience with messaging systems like Kafka, RabbitMQ, or ActiveMQ. Familiarity with Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is preferred. Strong understanding of CI/CD, DevOps practices, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes). Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Nice to Have Financial services or banking domain experience. Experience with data streaming and real-time analytics. Experience integrating with legacy systems and modernizing architecture.