Anoud Tech - Technical Architect - Java Technologies

ANOUD TECHNOLOGIES :

Job Description Position : Technical Architect - Java.

Company : Anoud Technologies.

Experience : 10 - 12 Years.

Location : Chennai (Work from Office).

Employment Type : Full-Time.

About the Role :

Anoud Technologies is looking for a hands-on Technical Architect - Java to drive the design, development, and delivery of scalable applications.

This is not an Enterprise-level Architect role - we are looking for a strong, hands-on technologist who can code, build Proof of Concepts (POCs), mentor a team, and actively contribute to solutioning at the project/product level, while working closely with senior architects and business stakeholders on the broader enterprise architecture.

The ideal candidate is a go-getter who thrives on solving real problems through rapid prototyping and clean, scalable code, rather than someone focused purely on high-level enterprise architecture documentation.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead end-to-end technical delivery of Java-based applications, from design through deployment.
• Build Proof of Concepts (POCs) to validate new technologies, patterns, and solution approaches before full-scale implementation.
• Drive and support the migration of legacy monolithic systems to microservices-based architecture.
• Identify the right use cases and fit points for microservices - evaluate where a microservices approach adds real value versus where a monolith is sufficient.
• Identify appropriate use cases for Apache Kafka - determine where event-driven / messaging architecture should be introduced in the system landscape.
• Own hands-on coding, code reviews, and bug fixing, while working within the broader enterprise architecture guidelines set by senior/enterprise architects.
• Define and contribute to the technical roadmap for products/platforms in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Guide and mentor development teams on best practices, coding standards, and design patterns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QA, DevOps, Business Analysts, Product Owners) to ensure timely and quality delivery.
• Participate in technical discussions, estimations, and solution design sessions.

Technical Skills Required :

Core Language :

• Strong hands-on experience in Java.
• Java 21 - basic working knowledge of newer language features (records, pattern matching, virtual threads, etc.) is expected.

Frameworks :

• Spring Framework - solid understanding of layered architecture and modules (Spring Core, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security, Spring Cloud, etc.).

Architecture & Design :

• Practical understanding of Microservices architecture - knowing when and where to apply it (not just theoretical knowledge).
• Experience with monolithic to microservices migration for legacy systems.

Messaging & Streaming :

• Working knowledge of Apache Kafka and use-case identification for messaging/event-driven architecture.
• Exposure to Message Queues (Kafka / RabbitMQ / ActiveMQ or similar).

Database :

• Strong experience with Oracle DB as the backend database.
• Understanding of DB integration with messaging queues.

Caching :

• Hands-on experience with Redis for caching implementation.

DevOps / Tools :

• Proficiency with Git for source control and branching strategies.
• Experience with Jenkins for CI/CD pipeline setup and management.

Good to Have :

• Basic knowledge of AI (AI-assisted development tools, LLM integration basics, or applied AI concepts) is an added advantage.

Ideal Candidate Profile :

• Previously held a Technical Lead / Senior Lead Developer designation and is now ready to step into a Technical Architect - Java role OR has equivalent hands-on architecture-level experience.
• Strong balance of coding ability solution design - this is a hands-on builder/architect role, not a pure Enterprise Architect role.
• Comfortable working on POCs and rapid prototyping to validate ideas.
• Exposure to enterprise architecture concepts, but primary focus remains on hands-on technical leadership.
• Experience driving legacy modernization initiatives (monolith - microservices).
• A go-getter attitude - proactive, ownership-driven, and comfortable navigating ambiguity.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's/master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 12 - 20 years of relevant experience in Java application development, with proven experience in technical/solution architecture.