Principal Java Full Stack Architect

Summary

Seeking a highly skilled, self‑driven Principal Java Full Stack Architect with deep expertise in designing and delivering scalable enterprise applications. This role requires mastery of modern Java frameworks, UI technologies, cloud-native architecture, microservices, and DevOps practices. The architect will collaborate closely with engineering, product, and infrastructure teams to drive technology decisions, architecture governance, and product excellence.

Your role in our mission

Architecture & Design

Design end‑to‑end architecture for complex enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and modern front‑end frameworks such as React/Angular.
Architect cloud‑ready and cloud‑native solutions leveraging AWS/Azure, containers, OpenShift, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and API‑driven integrations.
Define technical roadmaps, architectural blueprints, coding standards, and design guidelines for engineering teams.
Evaluate and recommend scalable patterns across backend, frontend, data, and integration layers.
Build robust application modules ensuring high performance, availability, resiliency, and security.

Full Stack Engineering Leadership

Provide hands‑on leadership in Java backend engineering, UI development, API design, and system integrations.
Guide teams in implementing microservices, event‑driven architectures, modular UI applications, and reusable frameworks.
Review and approve critical design decisions, solution implementations, and architectural deviations.

Collaboration & Coordination

Work with developers, product managers, architects, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment with functional and non‑functional requirements.
Lead cross‑team architectural initiatives, standardizing patterns and ensuring best practices across engineering groups.
Collaborate with senior designers and technical SMEs to translate business needs into scalable designs.
Serve as a key interface for vendor‑provided tools, frameworks, or technology components.

Support, Governance & Quality

Establish performance, security, and coding standards for full‑stack applications.
Provide architecture reviews, design assessments, and code reviews across multiple teams.
Lead technical support transitions, ensuring smooth deployment, maintenance, and operational readiness.
Create and govern SLAs, system health metrics, and operational guidelines.

Technology Evaluation

Evaluate emerging full‑stack frameworks, cloud services, DevOps tools, and security practices for potential adoption.
Recommend modern engineering solutions aligned with enterprise standards.

Leadership

Mentor and guide full‑stack engineers, senior developers, and junior architects.
Provide technical leadership in solutioning, delivery planning, and engineering excellence initiatives.

What we're looking for

12+ years of experience in application architecture, full‑stack solution design, and enterprise product development.

Strong expertise in:
Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST APIs, Messaging
Front-end Frameworks (REact or Angular)
Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), OpenShift, Kubernestes, Docker, Movelt
CI / CD pipelines, Argo CD, GitHub / Jenkins, DevOps practices
RDBMS / NoSQL databases, caching, distributed systems
Application performance tunning and optimization
SDLC, Agile practices, and large-scale solution delivery

Strong analytical, design, and problem-solving abilities.

Deep understanding of full‑stack architectures and cloud-native patterns.

Ability to lead engineering teams and influence cross‑functional stakeholders.

Excellent communication and technical documentation skills.

What you should expect in this role

Hybrid work model

Video cameras must be used during all interviews, as well as during the initial week of orientation

Fast‑paced, challenging, and highly collaborative environment.

The Deadline to submit applications for this posting is Febraury 2, 2026

The pay range for this position is $118,800.00 - $169,700.00 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Put your passion to work at Gainwell. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work flexibility, learning, and career development. All salaried, full-time candidates are eligible for our generous, flexible vacation policy, a , and educational assistance. We also have a variety of leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities.