Java Architect

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Hyderabad, Telangana, IND
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Healthtech
The Role
The Java Architect will define technical vision for scalable FinTech applications, lead architectural design, mentor engineers, and ensure security compliance.
Summary Generated by Built In

Job Title: Java Architect / Solutions Architect

Department: Engineering - FinTech

Location: Hyderabad, India

Reports To: Director of Engineering

Employment Type: Full-time

About NationsBenefits:

At NationsBenefits, we are leading the transformation of the insurance industry by developing innovative benefits management solutions. We focus on modernizing complex back-office systems to create scalable, secure, and high-performing platforms that streamline operations for our clients. As part of our strategic growth, we are focused on platform modernization — transitioning legacy systems to modern, cloud-native architectures that support the scalability, reliability, and high performance of core backoffice functions in the insurance domain.

About the Role:

As a seasoned Java Architect, you will be responsible for defining the technical vision and architecture for our scalable, secure, and high-performance FinTech applications. You will be a hands-on leader, mentoring multiple teams and driving the adoption of best practices across the entire software development lifecycle. This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and strong leadership to deliver innovative solutions in a high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Architectural Leadership:

  • Define and execute the technical strategy and architecture for a secure, scalable, and high-performance FinTech application.
  • Lead the architectural design and implementation of complex, large-scale systems, ensuring alignment with business goals and long-term vision.
  • Conduct in-depth architectural reviews and provide technical guidance to multiple engineering teams, ensuring the entire system adheres to architectural principles.
  • Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, integrating innovative solutions where applicable to maintain a competitive advantage.
  • Translate complex technical challenges into actionable business solutions for a wide range of stakeholders.

2. Application and System Design:

  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of mission-critical Java-based microservices using Spring Boot, Hibernate, and RESTful APIs.
  • Architect and maintain microservices-based systems on cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
  • Design for fault tolerance, scalability, and low-latency systems that can handle high transaction volumes and high-throughput workloads.
  • Design and manage complex data storage solutions, including SQL/NoSQL databases, and optimize them for large-scale data processing and performance.
  • Architect and implement robust authentication, authorization, and encryption mechanisms for secure data transactions.

3. Technical Governance and Mentorship:

  • Lead, mentor, and grow multiple teams of high-performing engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture.
  • Define and enforce coding standards, design principles, and best practices across the engineering department to ensure a high-quality codebase.
  • Guide engineers in complex software design, code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization.
  • Promote an Agile and DevOps culture, encouraging ownership, accountability, and seamless cross-functional collaboration.

4. Compliance & Security:

  • Architect and enforce security best practices to ensure that applications comply with financial regulations, data security, and privacy standards (GDPR, PCI DSS, etc.).
  • Proactively manage technical risks, vulnerabilities, and security incidents by designing resilient and secure systems from the ground up.
  • Ensure that the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) adheres to industry best practices and compliance guidelines.

Requirements:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Experience: 15+ years of experience in Java development, with a minimum of 5 years in an Architectural or Solutions Architect role.
  • Technical Expertise:
  • Expert-level knowledge of the Java ecosystem, including Spring Boot, Hibernate, and microservices architecture.
  • Proven ability to design and deploy secure applications in a regulated environment.
  • Hands-on experience with SQL/NoSQL databases, data modeling, and performance optimization for large-scale data processing.
  • Deep knowledge of RESTful APIs, messaging systems like Kafka, and other integration patterns.
  • Cloud & DevOps:
  • Extensive experience architecting and implementing solutions on at least one major cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
  • Expertise in containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Proficiency in designing and managing CI/CD pipelines with tools like Git and Jenkins.
  • Soft Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Proven ability to mentor, coach, and guide technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Payment Tokenization and MDES: Proven experience with payments tokenization systems and a deep understanding of the Mastercard Digital Enablement Service (MDES), including its APIs and integration patterns.
  • Secure Credential Provisioning: Expertise in secure credential provisioning, token management, and compliance with industry standards like EMVCo and PCI DSS.
  • Azure Cloud Expertise: Proficient in using Azure services like Azure Functions, Azure Key Vault, and Azure App Service to build scalable and resilient payment processing applications. A strong grasp of cloud security principles and best practices for handling sensitive data is essential.
  • Big Data: Knowledge of big data and real-time processing solutions such as Hadoop, PySpark.
  • Full-Stack: Familiarity with front-end frameworks like React.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • 15+ years of experience in Java development
  • 5 years in an Architectural or Solutions Architect role
  • Expert-level knowledge of the Java ecosystem
  • Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platform solutions
  • Strong leadership and communication skills

NationsBenefits Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about NationsBenefits and has not been reviewed or approved by NationsBenefits.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is frequently characterized as decent or good for certain entry-level and frontline roles, with timely pay also highlighted. Compensation is sometimes positioned as competitive relative to the work performed in those positions.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Unlimited PTO is described as available for some salaried roles, which can increase perceived flexibility. Paid holidays and paid time off are presented as part of the standard package for eligible employees.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits A fitness stipend and occasional company-sponsored outings or training-related perks are included among the extra benefits. These additions can modestly strengthen the overall rewards experience beyond core insurance.

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The Company
Costa Mesa, CA
115 Employees
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

NationsBenefits® is a leading supplemental benefits company providing managed care organizations with innovative healthcare solutions helping to promote independence, health, and well-being for more than 20 million members across the U.S. When the company was founded in 2015 by Glenn Parker, M.D., we set out to disrupt the healthcare industry. In 2020, we rebranded to NationsBenefits to expand the company’s core offering and broaden the scope of our clinically focused services. Today, we surpass traditional benefit management programs by helping our health plan partners drive growth, improve outcomes, reduce costs, and delight members. Our best-in-class service model engages members in meaningful and measurable ways with technology-based solutions tailored to the unique needs of each population.

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