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Job Title: Cloud Architect / Microservices Architect

Location: Onsite at Pleasant Prairie, WI

Please note this isn't a pure DevOps role the candidates are expected to be familiar with Java SpringBoot development and familiar with how Kubernetes works.

Role Overview We're seeking an experienced Cloud /Microservices Architect to provide technical leadership for our client's complex microservices environment. The ideal candidate will combine deep Java development expertise with cloud-native architecture skills and the ability to drive engineering excellence across teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement scalable, secure, and resilient microservices using Java Springboot and Tomcat
• Provide technical leadership and guidance in a complex environment with approximately 250 microservices
• Ensure implementation adheres to best practices for Kubernetes/OpenShift and Istio service mesh
• Develop secure container images ("golden images") utilizing RedHat ACS or Jfrog X-ray
• Optimize existing microservices for performance, security, and cost-effectiveness
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement CI/CD pipelines using Tekton, GitOps/ArgoCD
• Mentor team members on cloud-native design patterns and best practices
• Design and implement monitoring and logging solutions using Elastic
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of experience with Java development, with strong proficiency in Spring/Springboot frameworks
• 3+ years of experience with containerization and Kubernetes/OpenShift
• Demonstrated expertise in microservices architecture design and implementation
• Strong understanding of Kubernetes principles, ingress controllers, sidecars, Envoy, and load balancing
• Experience with service mesh technologies, particularly Istio
• Familiarity with modern CI/CD practices (Jenkins, Tekton, GitOps/ArgoCD)
• Experience with monitoring and observability solutions (Elastic Stack)
• Knowledge of artifact management and security scanning (Artifactory, Sonarqube)
  
  

Nice to Have

• Experience with Java 21 features and implementation
• RedHat OpenShift certification or hands-on experience
• Cloud provider certifications (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
• Experience with large-scale microservices environments (100+ services)
• Background in developing security standards for containerized applications