Java Architect – ONLY W2

Job Title: Java Application Architect – ONLY W2Job Location: Austin, TX (OR) Huntsville TX (Hybrid, need locals to Texas)Duration: 12 Months Contract with possibility to Extension Job Description:Provide specialized application development/architecture services to the Client for business applications related to the Corrections Information Technology System (CITS).Role Overview:In this role, you will design physical system models, establish foundation standards across cross-functional teams, and resolve core integration and performance challenges across complex enterprise systems.The ideal candidate is a seasoned IT consultant with deep expertise in enterprise Java ecosystems and modern cloud/data architectures. They need to be a critical problem-solving who can effectively lead multi-service provider teams and possess strong written and oral presentation skills to align technical strategy with organizational goals.Key Responsibilities:Architecture & System Design: Develop physical system architectures and balance data, processing, and technology layers to support system design, testing, and deployment.Standards & Compliance: Publish, update, and maintain architecture models to ensure full alignment with business requirements, industry standards, and enterprise information management methodologies.Component & Technology Integration: Resolve technical component interactions, API standards, and cross-technology communication protocols.Performance & Scalability: Proactively anticipate technical, operational, and organizational bottlenecks, specifically addressing database performance and scalability.Cross-Functional Leadership: Facilitate and lead multi-service provider work groups in a constructive, collaborative environment.Required Qualifications & Experience:Consulting & Industry Experience:8+ years of IT consulting experience.Strong familiarity with systems development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies, emerging technologies, and enterprise information architecture.Core Technical Stack (At least 4 years of experience):Languages & Frameworks: Java, JSP, Servlets, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, XML, Enterprise Java Beans (EJB), Struts.Databases & Tools: SQL Server, Azure Data Studio, GitHub Enterprise.Modern Platforms & Tools (At least 2 years of experience):Cloud & Data: Cloud platforms (AWS-centric or hybrid), Databricks platform.Integration & Low-Code: API development, Microsoft Power Platform.Database & IDE Tools: SQL Server Migration Assistant (SSMA), SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Visual Studio Code (VS Code), GitHub Copilot.Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge of public sector/state agency IT trends, regulatory considerations, and organizational frameworks.Education: Required Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline with an IT focus.