Java Data Engineering Architect

We are an AI-led platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate whats next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptors mindset commitment to client success and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation leadership and inclusion. We have delivered 23sequential quarters of growth with $422.5M in Q3 FY26 revenue up 4.0% Q-o-Q and 17.3% Y-o-Y growth. Our 26500global team members located in 18 countries have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We won the 2025 ISG Star of Excellence Award for AI and Data Excellenceand were named a Leader in the Everest Group Talent Readiness for Next-generation Data Analytics and AI Services PEAssessment 2025.

We are seeking an experienced Java Data Engineer Architect to lead the design development and modernization of data platforms and data-intensive applications for GTC. This role will focus on creating scalable data architecture implementing real-time and batch data processing solutions and developing cloud-based analytics systems to enhance business intelligence and operational excellence.

• Define enterprise data architecture and establish data engineering standards.
• Design and implement scalable data pipelines ETL/ELT frameworks and data integration solutions.
• Architect real-time and batch processing platforms utilizing modern data technologies.
• Lead cloud data platform initiatives and drive data modernization programs.
• Ensure adherence to data quality governance security and compliance standards.
• Collaborate effectively with Product Engineering Analytics DevOps and Business teams.
• Drive performance optimization data modeling and data lifecycle management.
• Mentor data engineers and development teams on best practices and architectural patterns.

• Strong expertise in Java Spring Boot 2 Integration & APIs and Micro Services.
• Proven experience in Data Engineering ETL/ELT Warehouses and Data Lake architectures.
• Hands-on experience with AWS services such as AWS Glue ETL.
• Expertise in Basic SQL and familiarity with Postgres MariaDB and MS SQL Server.
• Experience with Kafka Messaging Bus Spark and Airflow.
• Strong understanding of Data Governance MDM and Data Quality management.

• Experience with Docker Container Kubernets and Continous Integration and Continuous Deployment.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure Automation.
• Familiarity with performance tuning and Scalability in distributed systems.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in data engineering principles a deep understanding of cloud technologies and a passion for mentoring and guiding teams towards best practices in data architecture and engineering.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties flexible work hours and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life personal accident and Mediclaim hospitalization for self spouse two children and parents

Values-Driven People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals including those with disabilities and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements please inform us during the applicationprocess or at any time during your employment

Lets unleash your full potential at Persistent- is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.