Software Architect - Java
The Big Picture
Sysco LABS is the Global In-House Center of Sysco Corporation (NYSE: SYY), the world’s largest foodservice company. Sysco ranks 56th in the Fortune 500 list and is the global leader in the trillion-dollar foodservice industry.
Sysco employs over 75,000 associates, has 337 smart distribution facilities worldwide and over 14,000 IoT-enabled trucks serving 730,000 customer locations. For fiscal year 2025 that ended June 29, 2025, the company generated sales of more than $81.4 billion.
Sysco LABS Sri Lanka delivers the technology that powers Sysco’s end-to-end operations. Sysco LABS’ enterprise technology is present in the end-to-end foodservice journey, enabling the sourcing of food products, merchandising, storage and warehouse operations, order placement and pricing algorithms, the delivery of food and supplies to Sysco’s global network and the in-restaurant dining experience of the end-customer.
For more information, visit: www.syscolabs.lk
We are currently on the lookout for a Software Architect to join our team.
The Role:
Design and document cloud-native, scalable, modular, and secure architectures on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using Java/NodeJS and modern frameworks.
Lead the architecture and implementation of GCP-first solutions, leveraging managed services and cloud-native design principles.
Define and enforce architectural standards, patterns, and best practices with a strong emphasis on cloud architecture (GCP).
Evaluate and recommend technologies, frameworks, and tools with preference toward GCP ecosystem services.
Develop proof-of-concept solutions leveraging GCP services (e.g., Cloud Run, GKE, BigQuery, Pub/Sub, Cloud Functions).
Partner closely with product, engineering, and DevOps teams to align business goals with cloud transformation and modernization strategies.
Drive cloud migration strategies, including re-platforming and re-architecting legacy systems to GCP.
Ensure solutions meet high standards of scalability, reliability, availability, and cost optimization in GCP.
Identify and resolve architectural bottlenecks, especially across distributed cloud systems.
Lead code and architecture reviews to ensure adherence to cloud and engineering best practices.
Establish and advocate for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation practices (e.g., Terraform, Deployment Manager).
Create clear and comprehensive cloud architecture documentation and reference architectures.
Communicate technical designs effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
The Profile:
A first degree in Computer Science from a recognized university; a relevant master’s degree is an added qualification.
A minimum of ten years of experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Core Technical Requirements:
Extensive experience with Java/NodeJS, Spring Boot etc, and enterprise application development.
Proven expertise in designing microservices, RESTful APIs, and event-driven architectures.
Strong, hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including:
Compute: GKE, Cloud Run, Compute Engine
Data: BigQuery, Cloud SQL, Firestore, Spanner
Integration: Pub/Sub, Eventarc
Storage: Cloud Storage
Networking & Security: VPC, IAM, Cloud Armor
Demonstrated experience designing cloud-native architectures and distributed systems on GCP.
Strong knowledge of cloud design patterns, including resiliency, scalability, observability, and cost optimization.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines in GCP environments (Cloud Build, GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
Expertise in containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, GKE).
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred).
Strong understanding of observability tools (Stackdriver/Cloud Monitoring, Logging, tracing tools).
Familiarity with messaging systems (Kafka, Pub/Sub, RabbitMQ).
Solid experience with database systems (SQL and NoSQL) and caching strategies.
Strong grasp of application security, DevSecOps, and cloud security best practices.
Additional Expectations:
Experience leading cloud transformation initiatives or large-scale migrations to GCP (highly preferred).
Ability to mentor teams and drive adoption of cloud-first engineering culture.
Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
Ability to influence stakeholders and clearly articulate architectural decisions.
Benefits:
US dollar-linked compensation
Performance-based annual bonus
Performance rewards and recognition
Agile Benefits - special allowances for Health, Wellness & Academic purposes
Entertainment allowance
Team engagement allowance
Comprehensive Health & Life Insurance Cover - extendable to parents and in-laws
Overseas travel opportunities and exposure to client environments
Hybrid work arrangement
Sysco LABS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Minimum ten years of work experience
- At least 5 years in a senior leadership role
- Experience with Java (Java 8+)
- Experience with Spring Framework and ORM frameworks
- Proficiency in microservices and RESTful APIs
- Strong knowledge of database systems (SQL and NoSQL)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud platforms
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
- Knowledge of application security and DevSecOps practices
Sysco Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sysco and has not been reviewed or approved by Sysco.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple national medical plan options with telehealth, behavioral health resources, and targeted programs indicate broad coverage and support. Preventive care access and ancillary offerings (dental, vision, Rx advocacy) further reinforce the package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with automatic company contributions plus a match, alongside an employee stock purchase plan, underscores solid retirement support. At union locations, enhanced pension terms add to perceived long‑term value.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Recent collective bargaining outcomes with substantial wage increases demonstrate meaningful pay progression where contracts apply. In high‑volume markets, incentive structures can amplify earnings beyond base rates.
Sysco Insights
What We Do
Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food and related products to customers who prepare meals away from home. This includes restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments, entertainment venues, and more. Sysco operates almost 340 distribution centers, in over 10 countries, with 76,000 colleagues serving approximately 730,000 customer locations. The company generated sales of more than $81 billion in fiscal year 2025 that ended June 28, 2025. As the world’s largest food-away-from-home distributor, Sysco offers customized supply chain solutions, bespoke specialty product offerings, and culinary support to drive customers to innovate and optimize their operations. We act as a trusted business partner to our customers, helping them grow through our industry-leading portfolio that includes fresh produce, premium proteins, specialty products, sustainably focused items, equipment and supplies, and innovative culinary solutions. For more information, visit www.sysco.com. For important news and key information for Sysco investors, visit the Investor Relations section of the company’s website at investors.sysco.com.
