Java Solutions Architect

Job Title: Java Solutions Architect

Location: Remote (Onsite once a week – within 100 miles of Reston, VA)

Type: Contract Only

Industry: Healthcare

Domain: Claims, Customer Service, Enrollment

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and driven Java Solutions Architect to design and lead enterprise-wide architecture for customer-facing healthcare systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare, with expertise in building secure, scalable APIs, web portals, and implementing access controls and Zero Trust security models. Proficiency in Java, Spring Framework, and DB2 is essential. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for translating complex business needs into robust technical solutions, ensuring performance, regulatory compliance, and integration with enterprise cloud strategies.

Note: Candidates with healthcare background will be prioritized for immediate consideration.

Key Responsibilities:

Enterprise Architecture Leadership: Develop domain-specific architecture roadmaps, models, and patterns; identify optimization opportunities and ensure alignment with business needs.

Technical Design & Engineering: Lead secure and scalable solution designs, oversee implementation of APIs and web services, and maintain architectural assets and documentation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with stakeholders across business and technical teams to align architecture with enterprise strategies and compliance requirements.

Innovation & Research: Explore and evaluate emerging technologies relevant to healthcare IT, security, and customer-facing platforms.

Vendor Management: Drive the evaluation and selection of tools and vendors, including participation in RFP/RFI processes.

Process Integration & Governance: Improve architecture methods, align processes with SDLC practices, and support enterprise planning and reporting.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Education Details: Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Experience: Minimum 10 years in architecture domain roles

In Lieu of Education: 4 additional years of relevant work experience may be considered

Required Qualifications:

Advanced degree in a technical or related field

Strong experience in healthcare IT systems (claims, enrollment, or member-facing applications)

Proven success in designing secure and flexible APIs and web services

Hands-on experience with web portals, access controls, DLP, and Zero Trust frameworks

Familiarity with cloud platforms and collaboration with enterprise cloud architecture teams

Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills

Technology Stack (Critical):

Java, Spring Framework

DB2

API Security, DLP, and Zero Trust

Web Portals and Secure Access Control Mechanisms

Experience with modern cloud-based architecture (AWS or Azure)

Work Arrangement:

100% Remote with 1 day/week onsite at Reston, VA (preferably Wednesdays)

Candidate must reside within 100 miles of Reston, VA