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Solutions Architect
full-time•Chennai
About this role
Job Description:
Job Title: Solution Architect
Role Overview
We are seeking a Solution Architect with strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and Event-Driven Architecture to design and deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing enterprise solutions. This role requires a blend of technical leadership, troubleshooting skills, and a deep understanding of application security and performance engineering.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and Design Solutions:
- Develop end-to-end architecture for enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
- Design event-driven architectures leveraging messaging platforms like Kafka or RabbitMQ.
- Define API strategies, integration patterns, and ensure adherence to design principles.
- Performance and Security:
- Establish non-functional requirements (NFRs) for performance, scalability, and security.
- Lead performance testing and tuning for microservices-based applications.
- Implement application security best practices (OAuth2, JWT, encryption, OWASP compliance).
- Troubleshooting and Optimization:
- Diagnose and resolve complex issues across distributed systems.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventive measures.
- Collaboration and Leadership:
- Act as a bridge between business and technology teams.
- Mentor development teams on architecture standards and best practices.
- Participate in architecture reviews and governance processes.
- Innovation and Governance:
- Evaluate emerging technologies and integrate them into solution designs.
- Ensure compliance with architecture standards, security frameworks, and audit requirements.
Core Strengths
- Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and RESTful APIs.
- Proven experience in Microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Hands-on knowledge of event-driven systems (Kafka,
- Skilled in performance testing tools (JMeter, Gatling) and tuning techniques.
- Deep understanding of application security principles and secure coding practices.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for distributed systems.
- Strong communication and leadership abilities.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science or related field.
- Experience: 13-15 years in software development and architecture.
- Technical Skills:
- Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, Event-driven architecture.
- CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Performance testing and optimization.
- Application security frameworks (OAuth2, SSL/TLS, OWASP).
- Cloud Expertise: AWS for hybrid and cloud-native deployments.
- Preferred Certifications:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect.
- TOGAF or equivalent architecture certification.
Location:
This position can be based in any of the following locations:
ChennaiCurrent Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday
What you'll do
- The Solutions Architect will develop end-to-end architecture for enterprise applications and design event-driven architectures. They will also lead performance testing and implement application security best practices.
About Guardian Life Insurance
Who we are
Guardian makes a difference in the lives of people when they need us most. With over 160 years of stability and fiscal integrity, we are a trusted resource to generations of families and business owners, inspiring well-being and helping build financial confidence.
Today, we stand behind 29 million consumers, helping them prepare and plan for a bright future for themselves and their families. We help business owners care for their employees. And we help people recover and thrive in times of unexpected loss.
As a modern mutual insurance company, we believe in driving value beyond dividends. We invest in our colleagues, are building an inclusive and innovative culture, and are helping to uplift communities through thoughtful corporate impact programs.
What we stand for
In 1860, a community of immigrants joined together to insure and protect their businesses and families. They were guided by powerful ideals that we’ve continued to stand behind and evolved throughout the years: we do the right thing, we believe people count, we courageously shape the future together, and we go above and beyond for the people we serve.
Guardian employees embrace and live by these values every day. They remind us to put people at the heart of all we do so that we can help protect what matters most to you. Want to help bring these values to life? Join us for a rewarding career and the opportunity to shape the future.
Disclosures:
Financial information concerning Guardian as of December 31, 2022, on a statutory basis: Admitted assets = $76.0 billion; liabilities = $67.2 billion (including $55.0 billion of reserves); and surplus = $8.8 billion. Dividends are not guaranteed. They are declared annually by Guardian’s Board of Directors.
Guardian® is a registered trademark of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America. © Copyright 2023 The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America 2023-156184 Exp. 5/25
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