CTG is seeking to fill an Application Architect - Java & Web Technologies opening for our client in Plano, TX. Location: Plano, TX (Onsite Opportunity) Duration: 12 Months Duties: Design and implement scalable, high-performance, and secure Java-based microservices and web applications. Architect and develop solutions leveraging event-based architecture for real-time and near real-time data ingestion. Integrate and manage APIs to support complex business processes, particularly in the supply chain domain. Lead and mentor a team of developers while remaining actively hands-on in coding, debugging, and performance tuning. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications and solutions. Utilize Kafka for distributed messaging and real-time stream processing. Ensure architectural best practices are followed in coding, design, and implementation phases. Skills: Strong expertise in Java Microservices and Spring Boot frameworks. Solid experience with Event-Driven Architecture and real-time data processing. Proficient in Apache Kafka - including producer/consumer design, schema registry, and Kafka Streams. Deep knowledge of RESTful API design and integration. Understanding of supply chain systems and related business processes is highly preferred. Hands-on problem-solving approach with a strong attention to performance and scalability. Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in enterprise application development. 3+ years in an architect-level role leading the design of large-scale Java-based systems. Proven hands-on experience with Kafka, Spring Boot, and cloud-native application design. Prior experience working in a supply chain or logistics domain is a strong advantage. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Master's degree preferred. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required. CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role. To Apply: To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Dallas Bell at [email protected]. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you! About CTG CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com. Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified company across many of our global operations. CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws. CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.