Java/PHP Architect

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Java/PHP Architect to lead the design and development of enterprise-grade applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java and PHP ecosystems, strong architectural skills, and proven experience in building scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions. This role involves technical leadership, strategic decision-making, and mentoring teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Design & Strategy
• Define and implement scalable, secure, and maintainable architecture for Java and PHP-based applications.
• Align architecture with business goals and technology roadmap.
• Select appropriate frameworks, tools, and design patterns (e.g., Spring Boot, Symfony, Laravel).
• Technical Leadership
• Lead and mentor development teams (6–10 members).
• Establish coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Development & Integration
• Oversee microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and integration with third-party systems.
• Ensure high availability, performance tuning, and security compliance.
• Collaboration
• Work closely with stakeholders, product managers, and cross-functional teams.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, retrospectives).
• Innovation & Optimization
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and CI/CD implementation.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience:
• 15+ years in software development, with 10+ years in architecture roles.
• Strong expertise in Java (Spring, Hibernate) and PHP (Symfony, Laravel).
• Hands-on experience with Microservices, REST APIs, and Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Technical Skills:
• Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Design Patterns, Data Structures.
• Database technologies: MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server.
• CI/CD tools: Jenkins, GitLab, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-Have

• Exposure to DevOps practices, security best practices, and performance optimization.
• Certifications: TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Oracle Certified Architect.