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Job Title: Java Azure Architect with WebLogic Experience
Location: Chicago, IL – Onsite
Job Type: 12+ Months Contract (Possible Extension) (W2/C2C)
Job Description: We are seeking a seasoned Java Azure Architect with deep experience in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-grade applications on Microsoft Azure, alongside strong expertise in Oracle WebLogic Server. This role will be onsite in Chicago, IL, working closely with cross-functional teams, DevOps engineers, and cloud security teams to design scalable and secure applications and migration strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare the target technical architecture for migrating PCF, WebLogic, and Tomcat-based applications to Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS).
- Review system configurations, including hardware, software, messaging, and deployment topologies.
- Lead disaster recovery planning and ensure high availability architecture is in place.
- Provide deep technical expertise on Oracle WebLogic, including installation, configuration, and performance optimization.
- Define and implement cloud-native architectures, CI/CD pipelines, and scalable microservices solutions.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into Azure-based application design.
- Ensure infrastructure and applications follow security and compliance guidelines within Azure.
Must Have Technical Skills:
- Microservices Architecture
- Java Spring Boot
- API Gateway
- RDBMS / NoSQL Databases
- DevOps Methodologies and Tools
Required Skills:
- 13-15+ years of overall IT experience with at least 3-5 years as a Java Architect.
- Strong experience in Azure Cloud Architecture, including services such as:
- Azure App Services
- Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Azure Functions
- Azure API Management
- Azure DevOps
- Deep expertise in Java (Spring Boot, RESTful APIs).
- Hands-on experience with Oracle WebLogic Server:
- Installation
- Configuration
- Performance optimization
- Deep understanding of Java (Spring Boot), RESTful API development, and cloud-native design.
- Proficiency with Oracle WebLogic Server.
- Experience with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) and modern CI/CD automation.
- Familiarity with both RDBMS (Oracle, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (Cosmos DB, MongoDB).
- Exposure to DevOps tools and best practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Azure Solutions Architect Certification (AZ-305 or equivalent).
- Experience in migrating on-premise Java/WebLogic apps to Azure.
- Strong background in DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or ARM templates.
- Prior experience in Financial or Healthcare domains is a plus.