Software Solutions Architect #1055659
FastTek Global, Lansing, MI, United States
Software Solutions Architect #1055659
Lansing, Michigan
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to design and deliver scalable, cloud‑native solutions using microservices and event‑driven architectures. The role focuses on building resilient distributed systems, enabling enterprise modernization, and driving high‑quality technical delivery across platforms.
Job Responsibilities
Design end‑to‑end architecture for scalable microservices and distributed systems
Drive monolith to microservices modernization using DDD and API‑first principles
Architect event‑driven systems using platforms like Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, and IBM MQ
Define and govern API contracts (REST, OpenAPI, gRPC) and integration patterns
Implement resilience patterns (circuit breaker, retries, DLQ, saga orchestration)
Design cloud‑native solutions on Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services
Lead containerization using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes / Red Hat OpenShift
Establish CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub)
Design data pipelines, migration, and real‑time integration solutions
Ensure NFRs – scalability, performance, security (OAuth2, mTLS), and reliability
Implement observability (logging, monitoring, tracing – Splunk, Dynatrace, AppDynamics)
Provide technical leadership, architecture governance, and design reviews
Required Qualifications
10+ years of experience in software engineering and solution architecture roles
7+ years of demonstrated experience designing and implementing microservices and event‑driven architectures
7+ years of strong expertise with Java and Spring Boot (or similar frameworks), RESTful APIs, and distributed systems
7+ years of hands‑on experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS and/or Azure, including Docker and Kubernetes
Proven experience with Kafka or other messaging platforms, including enterprise integration patterns
Solid understanding and practical application of DDD, CQRS, Saga patterns, and API design best practices
Experience with Kafka / messaging systems and integration patterns
Solid understanding of DDD, CQRS, Saga, and API design
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting large‑scale enterprise or government environments
AWS Certified Solutions Architect and/or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Experience working with data platforms and ETL/ELT pipelines
Hands‑on development experience is a plus to support technical decision‑making and solution guidance
Additional Notes
Program Oversight: Provide oversight and coordination across the Child Support program, ensuring alignment across initiatives and project efforts
Initial Ramp‑Up: Participate in shadowing and knowledge transfer during the first few weeks to gain familiarity with systems, processes, and stakeholders
Cross‑Project Support: Work within a large team of 100+ employees, with flexibility to support and move between multiple projects as needed
Benefits
Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)
Vision
Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
Long Term Disability (100% paid)
Life Insurance (100% paid)
401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar‑for‑dollar match
AI & Hiring Disclosure
We use AI tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications and identifying potential matches. These tools are designed to promote efficiency, consistency, and fairness, and they are always used under human oversight. All personal data collected is used solely for recruitment purposes, and you have the right to know, access, or request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal limits. If AI will be used in a video interview, you'll be informed in advance and asked for your consent, with the option to opt out. Our tools are regularly reviewed to detect potential bias and to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and our commitment to inclusive hiring. To learn more or exercise your rights, please contact us at
info@fasttek.com .
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Lansing, Michigan
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to design and deliver scalable, cloud‑native solutions using microservices and event‑driven architectures. The role focuses on building resilient distributed systems, enabling enterprise modernization, and driving high‑quality technical delivery across platforms.
Job Responsibilities
Design end‑to‑end architecture for scalable microservices and distributed systems
Drive monolith to microservices modernization using DDD and API‑first principles
Architect event‑driven systems using platforms like Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, and IBM MQ
Define and govern API contracts (REST, OpenAPI, gRPC) and integration patterns
Implement resilience patterns (circuit breaker, retries, DLQ, saga orchestration)
Design cloud‑native solutions on Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services
Lead containerization using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes / Red Hat OpenShift
Establish CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub)
Design data pipelines, migration, and real‑time integration solutions
Ensure NFRs – scalability, performance, security (OAuth2, mTLS), and reliability
Implement observability (logging, monitoring, tracing – Splunk, Dynatrace, AppDynamics)
Provide technical leadership, architecture governance, and design reviews
Required Qualifications
10+ years of experience in software engineering and solution architecture roles
7+ years of demonstrated experience designing and implementing microservices and event‑driven architectures
7+ years of strong expertise with Java and Spring Boot (or similar frameworks), RESTful APIs, and distributed systems
7+ years of hands‑on experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS and/or Azure, including Docker and Kubernetes
Proven experience with Kafka or other messaging platforms, including enterprise integration patterns
Solid understanding and practical application of DDD, CQRS, Saga patterns, and API design best practices
Experience with Kafka / messaging systems and integration patterns
Solid understanding of DDD, CQRS, Saga, and API design
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting large‑scale enterprise or government environments
AWS Certified Solutions Architect and/or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Experience working with data platforms and ETL/ELT pipelines
Hands‑on development experience is a plus to support technical decision‑making and solution guidance
Additional Notes
Program Oversight: Provide oversight and coordination across the Child Support program, ensuring alignment across initiatives and project efforts
Initial Ramp‑Up: Participate in shadowing and knowledge transfer during the first few weeks to gain familiarity with systems, processes, and stakeholders
Cross‑Project Support: Work within a large team of 100+ employees, with flexibility to support and move between multiple projects as needed
Benefits
Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)
Vision
Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
Long Term Disability (100% paid)
Life Insurance (100% paid)
401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar‑for‑dollar match
AI & Hiring Disclosure
We use AI tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications and identifying potential matches. These tools are designed to promote efficiency, consistency, and fairness, and they are always used under human oversight. All personal data collected is used solely for recruitment purposes, and you have the right to know, access, or request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal limits. If AI will be used in a video interview, you'll be informed in advance and asked for your consent, with the option to opt out. Our tools are regularly reviewed to detect potential bias and to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and our commitment to inclusive hiring. To learn more or exercise your rights, please contact us at
info@fasttek.com .
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