Java Cloud Architect

TL;DR

Java Cloud Architect: Designing scalable high-level architectures and leading the transition to microservices and cloud-native solutions with an accent on enterprise frameworks and complex integrations. Focus on enforcing architectural integrity, conducting security assessments, and overseeing the full software lifecycle.

Location: Hybrid working model in Brussels, Belgium

Company

hirify.global is a European digital transformation company with over 8,900 professionals, dedicated to building innovative solutions for EU institutions and public/private organisations.

What you will do

• Design scalable high-level architectures and blueprints aligned with enterprise frameworks like TOGAF.
• Lead the transition from monolithic systems to microservices, event-driven architectures, and cloud-native solutions.
• Guide development teams through complex technical decisions and code reviews as a Senior Full Stack Lead.
• Analyze and design complex integrations using Web Services (REST/SOAP), Kafka, and Message-Oriented Middleware.
• Define CI/CD pipelines, containerization strategies (Docker), and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) protocols.
• Oversee the full software lifecycle, from feasibility and data modeling to deployment and performance tuning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's/Master's Degree in IT or equivalent and 10+ years in IT Architecture, Microservices, and Cloud-Native design.
• Expert knowledge of Java (8–21), Jakarta EE, and the Spring ecosystem (Framework, Boot, Security).
• 5+ years of experience with Angular (2+), including modern UI paradigms and client-side scripting.
• Proven expertise in CaaS, Docker, Consul (Service Discovery), and NGINX.
• Strong practical experience with Kafka, Oracle SOA Suite, and Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) technologies.
• Proficiency in Oracle/PostgreSQL, Redis (caching), Liquibase, and Hibernate/JPA.
• Excellent knowledge of Dynatrace, ELK Stack, and Grafana, alongside testing frameworks like JUnit and SoapUI.
• Expertise in Agile/Scrum methodologies and CI/CD tools including Jenkins, Bitbucket, and GitLab.
• CV must be uploaded in English.

Nice to have

• TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) certification.
• ITIL Foundation / ITIL 4 Certifications.
• Certified Software Architect (IASA Global) or Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP).
• Oracle Certified Professional: Java SE Programmer or Spring Professional Certification.
• Certified Angular Developer, Certified Cloud Security Professional, or Certified OAuth 2.0 Specialist.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model.
• Competitive compensation & benefits package, including a hospitalization plan.
• Meal and commuting allowance.
• Well-being activities on premises.
• Continuous learning opportunities with unlimited access to Udemy for Business and ad-hoc trainings.
• Personalized development plan for targeted career growth, working on challenging, large-scale international projects.