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Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.\nWith more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.\nJob Description\nWe are seeking an experienced Java Solution Architect to lead the re-platforming and modernization of mission-critical IBM DB2/Mainframe applications onto Microsoft Azure. The role will drive target-state architecture, application modernization, cloud-native design, integration strategies, and Infrastructure-as-Code standards while ensuring scalable, secure, resilient, and business-aligned solutions.\nThe ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Java enterprise application architecture, Azure cloud platforms, legacy modernization, microservices transformation, and large-scale re-platforming initiatives, with a proven track record of migrating monolithic and mainframe-based systems to modern cloud-native architectures.\nKey Responsibilities\nApplication Modernization & Re-platforming\nDefine the target architecture and modernization roadmap for migrating Mainframe/DB2 applications to Azure.\nLead re-platforming initiatives transforming legacy applications into cloud-native, microservices-based architectures.\nDefine modernization patterns including decomposition, service extraction, API enablement, and event-driven architectures.\nBalance business continuity, risk, scalability, cost, and operational efficiency during transformation programs.\nJava & Microservices Architecture\nDesign enterprise-grade solutions using Java 21, Spring Boot, Spring Batch, Spring Cloud, and RESTful APIs.\nDefine microservices architecture standards, domain boundaries, integration contracts, and service governance.\nArchitect batch, real-time, and event-driven processing solutions.\nDesign reusable frameworks, shared services, and engineering standards to accelerate modernization efforts.\nEstablish best practices for application scalability, resiliency, fault tolerance, and performance optimization.\nAzure Cloud Architecture\nArchitect cloud-native solutions leveraging Azure services including:AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service) and Docker\nAzure Functions\nAPI Management\nAzure Data Factory\nEvent Hub / Service Bus\nAzure Storage Services\n\nDesign hybrid integration patterns between mainframe and Azure environments.\nEstablish cloud architecture standards covering security, scalability, observability, and operational excellence.\nDevOps, Automation & Infrastructure\nDefine and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform (Mandatory).\nWorking knowledge of integrating CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.\nEstablish DevSecOps practices including automated testing, security scanning, deployment automation, and monitoring.\nDrive cloud cost optimization and operational efficiency initiatives.\nTechnology Leadership & AI Adoption\nProvide architecture leadership, governance, and technical direction across modernization programs.\nConduct architecture reviews, design assessments, and technology evaluations.\nDrive adoption of AI-assisted software engineering and architecture practices.\nEvaluate and integrate AI/GenAI capabilities to improve developer productivity, operational automation, and business outcomes.\nEnsure responsible, secure, and compliant adoption of AI technologies.\nRequired Skills & Experience\n14+ years of experience in Solution Architecture, Application Architecture, or Enterprise Architecture.\nStrong experience leading large-scale application re-platforming and modernization programs.\nExpert-level experience in:Java 21\nSpring Boot\nSpring Batch\nSpring Cloud\nMicroservices Architecture\nAPI Design & Integration\n\nExtensive experience migrating applications from:Monolithic to Microservices\nOn-Premises to Azure\n\nDeep expertise in Azure cloud architecture and platform services.\nHands-on expertise with Terraform (Mandatory) and Infrastructure as Code practices.\nStrong experience with:Azure DevOps / GitHub Actions\nKubernetes (AKS preferred) and Docker\nCI/CD Architecture\nDevSecOps\n\nExperience with:Event-driven architectures\nKafka / Event Hub\nService Bus\nCDC and Data Synchronization\n\nStrong understanding of distributed systems, scalability, resiliency, and cloud-native design patterns.\nExperience working with DB2, PostgreSQL, and enterprise data integration patterns.\nDemonstrated experience leveraging AI/GenAI technologies in software engineering, architecture, or modernization initiatives.\nExcellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.\nWorking with Us\nAs a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.\nPhilanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.\nReasonable Accommodation\nNorthern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at , or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.\nAbout Our Bangalore Office\nThe Northern Trust Bangalore office, established in 2005, is home to over 5,600 employees. In this stunning office space, we offer fantastic amenities which include our Arrival Hub - Jungle, the GameZone, and the Employee Experience Zone that appeal to both clients and employees. 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