Solutions Architect (Azure Cloud application Developer- Java) Chicago IL/Tempe, AZ hybrid (Local only) 6 + Months Phone + Skype JD: Must have LinkedIn Looking for Cloud application Developer not a Devops Engineer Top Sills: Code:Java Cloud: Azure Communications:Kafka Script:SQL and python/golang Change management tool Code version control tool Code deployment, ci/cd/ Github Database: SQL write queries/script-write/convert/optimize-developer SQL level not DBA level Financial domain Scrum/agile environment Further Detail: Title does not matter, need hands on developer Has some background in Java/OO/Scripting (some code in Java) Script: python/golang OO: Java/C++ If rest: great Cloud: Good in AKS, Azure Communication: Kafka(mostly)/MQ-in user level, not experienced level Also Need: Big plus: Any exposure to AI Need developer not devops, need to code, if exp in AI then need to show writing code Multiple are: Java applications, need to read code, convert using AI to cloud Experience building an app is more important than certifications Industry experience: financial will be better. Job Description: Project Overview: Looking for an experienced Cloud Application Developer to help with building automated financial asset trade capture into an investment book of record system. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Azure, networking, containers, serverless computing, Kubernetes (specifically AKS), Docker, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines (such as GitHub Actions and GitLab Runners), zero downtime deployment strategies, and disaster recovery (DR). Contractor's Role: To ensure success as a Cloud Application Developer, you should demonstrate experience performing setup of resilient and performant CI/CD pipelines within an enterprise environment. You should also demonstrate the ability to design and implement infrastructure in Azure using Terraform that fits the requirements of the application team while maintaining a high standard for performance and security. Candidate must be a savvy communicator who can effectively navigate and leverage internal infrastructure resources and articulate high level concepts to stakeholders and leadership partners. Qualifications (must haves): - Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). - 5-8 years experience working as an application developer using the cloud. - Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services and infrastructure. - Strong knowledge of networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, and VPC. - Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform. - Experience implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, GitLab Runners, or similar tools. - Familiarity with zero downtime deployment strategies and techniques. - Experience designing and implementing disaster recovery (DR) solutions. - Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. - Persuasive communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. - Experience with one more of the following: Node JS, AWS Lambda or Functions, Kafka or Event Hub - Experience with one more of the following: Rust, Python, Golang, Java, JavaScript or Typescript Tasks & Responsibilities: - Design, implement, and maintain Azure-based solutions, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement networking strategies that optimize performance and reliability. - Deploy and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes (AKS), Functions, Event Hub and similar PaaS infra. - Utilize Terraform for infrastructure as code (IaC) to automate the provisioning and management of cloud resources. - Enhance continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions and GitLab Runners - Implement and optimize zero downtime deployment strategies to minimize service disruptions during updates and upgrades. - Design, implement, and test disaster recovery (DR) solutions to ensure business continuity in the event of system failures or disasters. - Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize cloud infrastructure and applications for performance, cost, and security. - Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in cloud computing, DevOps, and AI code generation. Vivek Kumar Lead Technical Recruiter Contact No: +1 646 968 8493 vivek@stellentit.com
Job Type
Contractor role
Skills required
Java, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD, GitHub, Python, JavaScript
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Salary
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Date Posted
May 20, 2025
Stellent IT LLC is seeking a Solutions Architect with expertise in Azure Cloud application development using Java. This hybrid role requires strong coding skills and experience in financial applications.