Java Solution Architect Senior Developer

Were Hiring: Java Solution Architect / Senior Developer (Azure Microservices) Amsterdam (Netherlands)

We are looking for a highly skilled Java Solution Architect / Senior Developer to join our team in Amsterdam on a 6-month contract (ASAP start). This role is ideal for someone who thrives in designing scalable secure and cloud-native backend solutions.

Role Overview
You will lead the design and implementation of enterprise-grade backend systems using Java (17) Microservices and Microsoft Azure. Acting as a subject-matter expert you will define architecture standards guide engineering teams and ensure high-quality secure and scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end solution architecture for backend services APIs and integrations
• Design scalable microservices architectures and cloud-native solutions
• Create detailed technical designs data models and integration specifications
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and cloud governance standards
• Lead design reviews code reviews and architecture assessments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across regions
• Implement best practices in coding testing API design and CI/CD
• Ensure compliance with security standards and financial regulations (e.g. KYC risk profiling)
• Incorporate observability monitoring and resilience patterns into solutions
• Translate complex requirements into clear technical deliverables

Required Skills & Experience

• 810 years of experience in backend development / solution architecture
• Advanced expertise in Java 17 and enterprise backend systems
• Strong experience with Microservices architecture
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and cloud-native design
• Expertise in REST APIs OpenAPI/Swagger documentation
• Experience with API security (OAuth2 JWT mTLS)
• Strong knowledge of Docker Kubernetes CI/CD pipelines Azure DevOps Git
• Experience with event-driven architecture (Kafka / Event Hubs)
• Understanding of DDD C4 modeling TOGAF frameworks
• Knowledge of financial domain compliance (EU regulations) is a plus

Location: Amsterdam Netherlands
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 months

If youre passionate about designing modern scalable systems and want to work on impactful financial platforms wed love to hear from you!