Principal Engineer (Solution Architect)

Solution Architect/ Solution Architecture LeaderAs a Principal Engineer you shall hold a pivotal position, combining technical expertise with leadership responsibilities. You shall lead the design and development of complex systems within the company's cloud infrastructure. Your responsibilities include:Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements.Design, develop, and implement cloud-based Java solutions using GCP.Select the appropriate cloud services and technologies to meet project requirements (e.g., databases, servers, containers, APIs).Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, fault-tolerant, and meet performance objectives.Develop and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams and deployment guides.Stay up to date on the latest cloud technologies and Java frameworks.Mentor and guide junior developers on best practices for cloud development.Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to cloud infrastructure and Java applications.Qualifications:Proven experience as a Java developer and architect with experience in cloud computing.Must have demonstrated experience in designing, operating large workloads and performance tuning.In-depth knowledge of Java programming language, object-oriented design principles, and design patterns.Experience with cloud platforms, preferably GCP.Familiarity with cloud infrastructure components like servers, databases, containers, and APIs.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.Experience with DevOps principles and practices.Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.Should have hands on experience in managing tech stacks including Java, Cloud, DevOps, MicroservicesMust have managed at least 4-5 architects across different technologies and has managed technology deliverables for over 30 members.Must have worked with US customers. Must have strong interpersonal skills and ability to scale team as per the business priorities.Must have hands on experience in executing business and technical roadmap.Bonus points:Experience with IoT based projects is a plus.Certifications in cloud platforms (GCP) or Java technologies.Experience and Job location:Experience should be between 16 to 20 years. BangaloreNo remote working optionInternal job role: Solution Architecture Leader PRB