Software Architect III - Finance Domain

Position Summary

Seeking an experienced Software Architect III to lead enterprise architecture, platform engineering, and modernization initiatives within a large-scale banking technology environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Java 17+, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST APIs, Platform Engineering, and DevOps practices, while providing technical leadership and architectural governance across multiple teams.

This is a highly visible onsite role supporting mission-critical banking platforms and enterprise modernization programs.

Employment Type: W2 – Full Time
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio (Downtown) – Onsite
Work Arrangement: 5 Days Onsite
Contract Length: Full Time
Visa Requirement: Permanent Residents Only (Green Card Holders)
Submission Deadline: June 4, 2026

Required Skills

• Java 17+

• Spring Framework 6.x

• Spring Boot 3.x

• RESTful APIs

• Microservices Architecture

• Platform Engineering

• Git / GitHub

• Jenkins

• JFrog

• JUnit

• Test Driven Development (TDD)

• Secure Software Development Practices

• Enterprise Systems Architecture

Preferred Skills

• Banking or Financial Services Experience

• Hybrid Cloud & On-Prem Architecture

• Containerized Applications

• Reactive Architecture

• Distributed Systems

• Legacy System Modernization

• Vendor Platform Integration

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Architecture & Solution Design

• Design scalable, secure, and resilient enterprise architectures.

• Define technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives.

• Lead architecture reviews and technical strategy discussions.

• Evaluate current-state applications and modernization opportunities.

• Develop architecture standards, reusable patterns, and best practices.

• Create architecture documentation and implementation guidelines.

Java & API Engineering Leadership

• Architect enterprise applications using Java 17+, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot.

• Design and govern RESTful APIs.

• Lead microservices architecture initiatives.

• Establish secure and scalable integration patterns.

• Improve platform observability, resiliency, and maintainability.

Platform Engineering & DevOps

• Support platform engineering and developer enablement initiatives.

• Improve CI/CD automation and deployment pipelines.

• Collaborate with infrastructure and cloud engineering teams.

• Support containerized application environments.

• Drive operational excellence through automation and standardization.

Vendor & Banking Platform Management

• Serve as a technical liaison between vendors and internal teams.

• Evaluate vendor platforms and technology roadmaps.

• Support core banking platform architecture decisions.

• Ensure operational stability and business continuity.

Technical Leadership

• Mentor software and platform engineers.

• Provide architecture governance and technical oversight.

• Participate in Agile ceremonies and planning sessions.

• Promote engineering excellence and continuous improvement.

• Act as a trusted advisor across technology organizations.

Technical Environment

Languages & Frameworks

• Java 17+

• Spring Framework 6.x

• Spring Boot 3.x

Architecture

• REST APIs

• Microservices

• Reactive Architecture

• Distributed Systems

• Backend-for-Frontend (BFF)

DevOps & Platform Engineering

• Git

• GitHub

• Jenkins

• JFrog

• CI/CD Pipelines

• Container Platforms

Methodologies

• Agile / Scrum

• Test Driven Development (TDD)

• DevSecOps

• Enterprise Architecture Governance

What Success Looks Like

• Deliver scalable and resilient enterprise architectures.

• Drive modernization of critical banking platforms.

• Establish architecture standards and engineering best practices.

• Improve platform reliability, security, and performance.

• Enable successful delivery of enterprise technology initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of Software Architecture or Senior Engineering experience.

• Strong expertise in Java 17+, Spring Framework 6.x, and Spring Boot 3.x.

• Experience designing enterprise-grade microservices architectures.

• Strong REST API design and governance experience.

• Experience with Platform Engineering and CI/CD pipelines.

• Proficiency with Git, GitHub, Jenkins, and JFrog.

• Experience implementing secure software development practices.

• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Banking Experience Preferred

Experience supporting or modernizing:

• Deposit Platforms

• Debit Card Processing Systems

• ATM Platforms

• Check Processing Systems

• Billing Platforms

• Banking Integrations

• Financial Transaction Systems

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will:

• Have extensive experience architecting enterprise Java applications.

• Understand modern platform engineering principles.

• Lead modernization of legacy systems into scalable architectures.

• Thrive in highly regulated banking environments.

• Balance technical strategy with hands-on engineering leadership.

• Communicate effectively with technical and business stakeholders.

• Mentor engineering teams and influence enterprise architecture decisions.
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Additional SDS Benefits Package