Job Title : Lead Application Architect
Location : Bellevue WA / Remote
Job Type : Contract
GraphQL IAM Authentication & Authorization Hyperscaler Framework
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Application Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of application development using Java NodeJS API design React and will bring advanced knowledge of modern technologies such as GraphQL AWS services and Kubernetes APIs. This role requires a strategic thinker who can drive architectural decisions and provide technical leadership across multiple projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain robust application architectures ensuring scalability performance and security.
Lead and mentor development teams in the design development and deployment of highquality applications.
Design and implement RESTful APIs ensuring seamless integration with various services and applications.
Architect and develop web applications using Spring Boot Node.JS and React frameworks.
Establish and enforce coding standards and best practices to maintain high code quality.
Work closely with product managers designers and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
Identify and address performance bottlenecks and optimize applications for speed and efficiency.
Create and maintain technical documentation including architectural diagrams design specifications and operational procedures.
Leverage knowledge of GraphQL to enhance API capabilities and improve clientserver interactions.
Utilize AWS/Azure/GCP services with a strong focus on IAM to ensure secure and efficient cloudbased solutions.
Apply Hyperscaler Frameworks for scalable and resilient cloud architecture.
Implement OAuth2 authentication and authorization concepts to secure applications and manage user access.
Interact with Kubernetes APIs to facilitate deployment scaling and management of containerized applications.
Research emerging technologies and trends to build Proofs of Concept (POCs) that demonstrate the viability and benefits of new approaches.
Qualifications:
Bachelors or masters degree in computer science Information Technology or a related field.
8 years of experience in application development and architecture.
Strong programming skills in designing development and implementation of multitier distributed and highly scalable applications using Java J2EE Spring Boot Node.JS JavaScript JSON.
Strong expertise in designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
Understanding on React for frontend development.
Proficiency in GraphQL for advanced API design and development.
Indepth knowledge on of the cloud services (AWS Azure or GCP). especially IAM and experience with cloud platforms.
Experience with OAuth2 authentication and authorization.
Experience in interacting with Kubernetes APIs for container management and orchestration. Familiarity with Hyperscaler Frameworks and their application in cloud architecture is an added advantage.
Solid understanding of database design and management.
Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines is beneficial.
Excellent problemsolving skills and the ability to think critically.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.