Java Architect

CapTech Consulting•Reston, VA

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

CapTech is seeking a Java Architect to collaborate with clients on team-based projects, delivering solutions across the full Software Development Lifecycle using Agile Methodology and modern technology. This role involves designing, implementing, integrating, and supporting on-prem, cloud, and hybrid development. The architect will create roadmap and high-level design documentation, identify and communicate architectural tradeoffs, and demonstrate a working knowledge of various architectural frameworks. The position also involves collaborating with cross-functional teammates to support business development by showcasing CapTech’s technical capabilities.

Requirements

Enterprise-level experience with modern Java, its core libraries, and open-source frameworks
Hands-on experience with software development, enterprise architecture, and directing technical teams
Familiarity with microservice architectures, monitoring tools, databases, and containerization
Ability to think strategically and relate architectural recommendations to business needs and client culture.
Extensive knowledge and application of Design Patterns
Ability to communicate technical solutions with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience assessing the performance of software systems and implementing tools used to optimize performance

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with tools such as LangChain, vector databases, and prompt engineering techniques
Knowledge of data engineering tools (Spark, Kafka, Databricks, Snowflake)
AI/ML certifications or cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Machine Learning, Azure AI Engineer)
Experience with Legacy Systems and Architectures including SaaS
Experience with Agentic AI development- Developing agents and developing with agents
Experience with a Varied AI Toolset- Claude code, CodeX, Opencode, OpenClaude
Preferred experience with AI orchestration

Responsibilities

Create, evaluate and manage technical solutions to ensure client success
Partner with clients on team-based projects to deliver solutions across the full Software Development Lifecycle leveraging the Agile Methodology as well as modern technology languages, frameworks, and patterns
Design, implement, integrate and support on-prem, cloud, and hybrid development
Create roadmap and high-level design documentation, epics and stories
Identify and communicate architectural / solution tradeoffs, for client specific solutions
Display a working knowledge of different architectural frameworks that may be used by our clients
Collaborate with cross-functional teammates to support business development by demonstrating CapTech’s technical capabilities
Lead the design and architecture of Java-based solutions tailored to meet client-specific needs.
Create technical project estimates and work plans
Develop code hands-on in addition to architecture solution

Benefits

Generous Time off
Health coverage
Disability insurance
Paid family leave
Learning & Development – Programs offering certification and tuition support, digital on-demand learning courses, mentorship, and skill development paths
Modern Health –A mental health and well-being platform that provides 1:1 care, group support sessions, and self-serve resources to support employees and their families through life’s ups and downs
Carrot Fertility –Inclusive fertility and family-forming coverage for all paths to parenthood – including adoption, surrogacy, fertility treatments, pregnancy, and more – and opportunities for employer-sponsored funds to help pay for care
Fringe –A company paid stipend program for personalized lifestyle benefits, allowing employees to choose benefits that matter most to them – ranging from vendors like Netflix, Spotify, and GrubHub to services like student loan repayment, travel, fitness, and more
Employee Resource Groups – Employee-led committees that embrace and incorporate diversity and inclusion into our day-to-day operations
Philanthropic Partnerships – Opportunities to engage in partnerships and pro-bono projects that support our communities.
401(k) Matching – Generous matching and no vesting period to help you continue to build financial wellness