Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Principal Architect to lead the design and development of end-to-end technical solutions for complex business needs. This role involves architecting and building scalable front-end applications with React.js and back-end services using Java Spring Boot. As a technical leader, you will guide a team of developers, drive best practices in coding, testing, and deployment, and contribute to the strategic direction of our technology stack.
Key Responsibilities:
Architecture Design & Development:
Architect and implement end-to-end solutions using React for front-end and Java Spring Boot for the back-end to meet complex business requirements.
Ensure the system architecture adheres to high standards of scalability, maintainability, performance, and security.
Define and drive best practices for coding, testing, deployment, and agile development processes.
Front-End Development:
Architect and develop robust front-end applications using React.js and integrate them with RESTful APIs and microservices.
Design reusable UI components, optimize performance, and ensure seamless cross-device user experiences.
Implement state management systems (e.g., Redux) and design patterns to promote application scalability and maintainability.
Back-End Development:
Develop and maintain scalable microservices using Java Spring Boot.
Integrate with both relational (SQL) and NoSQL databases, implement RESTful services, and handle messaging/event-driven systems
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:
Work closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and other stakeholders to understand business requirements and deliver tailored technical solutions.
Collaborate with other architects and technical leads to ensure consistency and alignment with enterprise architecture.
Key Requirements:
Technical Skills:
Strong expertise in front-end technologies including React.js
Deep experience with Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture.
Proficiency with relational databases and NoSQL databases
Hands-on experience with RESTful API development and design.
Experience with state management libraries like Redux and component libraries like Material-UI.
Photon Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
11 East Adams Street Suite 1100, Chicago, IL, United States, 60603
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