Senior Application Architect

BC Forward

Newark, DE

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$70–$70.23 Per Hour

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Apache Kafka, Application Framework, Application Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), Applications Security, Architectural Analysis, Atlassian JIRA, Business Solutions, Cloud Applications, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Docker, Enterprise Architecture, Financial Services, Fortune 500 Customers, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), Git, GitHub, Government, Gradle, Hibernate, Information Technology Consulting, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (Java EE/J2EE), Jenkins, Leadership, Low-Level Design, Maven, Mentoring, Messaging Middleware, Messaging Technology, Microservices, Microsoft Windows Azure, Middleware, Multi-tier Architecture, NoSQL, OAuth, REST (Representational State Transfer), Relational Databases (RDBMS), Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Software Design, Software Development, Spring Framework, Standards Strategy, System Architecture, TOGAF - The Open Group Architecture Framework, Technical Analysis, Technical Leadership, Technical Strategy, Unified Modeling Language (UML), Vehicle Driving

LOCATION

Newark, DE

POSTED

21 days ago

Job Title: Application Architect IIILocation: Newark, DE (Onsite Required)Duration: Contract - 12 monthsPay Range: $70.23/hr (W2)Job ID: 373315About BCforwardBCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Senior Application Architect to join our dynamic team supporting the Location and Space Strategy program in Newark, DE (DE5-021-02-01). The ideal candidate will have strong experience in enterprise Java, microservices, integration architecture, and cloud platforms and a proven ability to design and guide scalable, secure, and maintainable enterprise solutions.Responsibilities:Lead end-to-end application and integration architecture for critical enterprise systems.Define and document high-level and low-level designs, reference architectures, and solution roadmaps.Partner with stakeholders, engineers, and technical leads to align solutions with enterprise strategy and standards.Guide microservices, API, and event-driven designs with a focus on security, scalability, and reliability.Conduct architectural reviews, assess technical debt, and evaluate solution alternatives.Support CI/CD, containerization, and cloud-native implementations across environments.Required Skills & Qualifications:10+ years in software development and application design, with 5+ years as an Application Architect or Technical Lead.Enterprise Java with Spring/Spring Boot and Hibernate; strong J2EE background.Designing multi-tier and microservices architectures, REST APIs, and integration patterns.Cloud-native design on AWS, Azure, or GCP; containerization with Docker and Kubernetes/OpenShift.Event-driven and messaging systems such as Kafka or MQ.Application security frameworks including OAuth2, SAML, and JWT.Relational and NoSQL databases; API gateways and middleware.CI/CD pipelines with tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps; build tools Maven/Gradle; API specs with Swagger/OpenAPI.Creation of architecture diagrams and design documentation; UML, sequence, and ER diagrams.Tools: Git or Bitbucket; Jira and Confluence.Strong communication, presentation, leadership, and mentoring abilities.Preferred Skills:Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.Certifications: AWS/Azure/GCP Architect, TOGAF, or SAFe Architect.Experience with application modernization or cloud migration programs.Domain-driven design and API-first design and governance.Background in financial services or other regulated industries.Ability to drive enterprise-wide architecture standards and influence technical strategy.Why BCforward?At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:Competitive compensation and benefitsOpportunities for growth with global clientsA supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and peopleExposure to cutting-edge technologies and projectsAbout Our CommitmentBCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.Interested? Apply Now!If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.

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