Enterprise Architect

Location: Bangalore/Noida

Position Type: FTE

Experience: 15-20 Years

Job Description in details • 15+ years of experience in architecting, deploying, optimizing, scalable reliable applications in Azure cloud by following the well architected framework • Lead end-to-end application modernization initiatives, transforming monolithic Java/J2EE applications into scalable microservices based architecture by utilizing Domain driven designs • Strong experience in modernizing legacy DB components, like PLSQL , Pro*C etc to Java/modern languages. • Strong experience in messaging systems like Kafka or Azure Event Bus • Implemented complex systems by utilizing various architecture and microservices patterns • Responsibilities include collaborating with cross functional teams, to understand technical requirements providing architectural recommendations, ensuring best practices in security, costing, automation, & cloud-native design. • Proficiency in DevSecOps, microservices, serverless, containerization (Docker & Kubernetes) is essential. • Architect and implement database modernization strategies while transforming mono to microservices based applications. • Preferred experience of modernizing and migrating databases like Oracle Exadata/ExaCC to modern SQL and cloud based databases such as PostgreSQL. • Define and manage DevSecOps pipelines, integrating tools like CAST and vFunction for code analysis and modernization insights. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and multiple stakeholders to define rollout strategies, integration plans, and transition roadmaps. • Conduct deep technical analysis and lead architectural discussions to ensure scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions. • Define and manage integration complexities, ensuring seamless transition across systems and environments. • Provide architectural governance and best practices for cloud-native development on Microsoft Azure. • Mentor development teams and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards and business goals. • Develop overall technical strategies for external client projects from technical requirements • Communicate with external clients regularly regarding progress, challenges, timelines and results of client projects • Assist project managers and directors with the creation of task-level project plans that detail the specific tasks required to deliver a solution • Work closely with project managers and account managers to ensure that client expectations are met and that the team adheres to project schedules and budgets Required Skills & Experience: • 20+ years of experience in software architecture and enterprise-level solution design. • Proven expertise in Java, J2EE, Struts, JSP, and modern Java frameworks. • Strong experience in microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and API management. • Hands-on experience with Azure cloud services, including compute, storage, networking, and database services. • Deep understanding of DevSecOps practices and tools integration(Azure DevOps, Jenkins, Sonar and other related tools). • Experience with CAST and vFunction for application analysis and modernization. • Strong background in database migration, especially from Oracle ExaCC to PostgreSQL or other cloud-native databases. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to lead and influence technical teams and business stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications: • Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification. • Experience in BFSI industry is a plus. • Familiarity with Agile and SAFe methodologies To help us minimize the rejection ratio, we need to gather answers to the following questionnaire in YES/NO format and share them along with the profiles. This should streamline our process and ensure we're on the same page. We're on the lookout for strong candidates with enterprise architect and modernization experience who has worked on complex program and who understand technical complexity. Kindly share profiles that match these criteria 1. HANDS-ON Architecture definition and implementation experience on a Legacy App Modernization project. a. Legacy App could be Visual Basic / Oracle Forms / Power Builder / Old Java Monolithic Apps. b. Modernised App should be a Cloud Native java Application on Azure Platform 2. Should have ground level experience on Iterative Go-Lives, managing Legacy & New App in parallel in meantime 3. Should have personally worked with BRE Tools, Cloud Readiness Tools, DevSecOps, Code Companion Tools such as Github 4. Should have working experience with Customer to finalise technology stack & tools after comparing options and their pros and cons.