Software Architect (Java/Microservices)

TL;DR

Software Architect (Java/Microservices): Leading complex software development initiatives for payment systems, with an accent on architecture design, code quality, and technical mentorship. Focus on optimizing high-load backend services, ensuring scalability, and coordinating project processes with stakeholders.

Location: Remote (Turkey)

Company

hirify.global is seeking a Software Architect to join its Technology department.

What you will do

• Perform complex software development, testing, and deployment tasks in medium-large sized projects.
• Mentor and monitor the development phases and processes of the team.
• Ensure the team's efficiency, manage job distribution, and uphold code quality through refactoring and code review.
• Coordinate team members with clients and allocate resources effectively.
• Identify necessary skills for projects and assign tasks based on individual expertise.
• Communicate regularly with product owners, project managers, payment schemes, and certification labs.
• Support PCI-DSS audits on customer promises.

Requirements

• Over 5-6 years of experience in software development are required.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Must be based in Turkey.
• Familiarity with Linux and/or Windows server and shell scripting.
• Knowledge of Relational Databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server).
• Experience with ITSM ticketing tools like Jira.
• Fluent in English (upper-intermediate) is required.
• Strong analytical mindset, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience working in DevOps and Agile culture.
• Proficiency in Java Spring, Spring Integration, JPA/Hibernate frameworks, and Maven.
• Deep knowledge in EMV, HSM, ISO-8583, and payment systems.
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, and OCP.

Nice to have

• Knowledgeable in Redis, Elasticsearch, ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ technologies.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time role in a technology department.
• Opportunity to lead and mentor a software team.
• Work in an Agile and DevOps culture.
• This position is eligible to be considered for remote hiring.