US Citizenship requirements- as this role supports services provided to the federal government and/or a federal government contractor, proof will be required to verify US citizenship status at time of hire.

　　 Java Developer /Application Architect

　　A system's "architecture" incorporates key decisions for nearly every technological aspect of that system. The Application Architect is responsible for making those key decisions; for setting the technical direction both within and across projects within a specific system scope, mentoring the technical staff and monitoring the design artifacts.

　　They must be able to cross application boundaries and understand cross platform implications. The Application Architect must navigate the organization and any technical silos and be able to guide technical teams across application systems.

　　The Application Architect provides technical leadership during the agile development process and strategy for the architecture of those platforms and keeps the focus on business and non-functional requirements, such as scalability, performance, load time etc.

　　What You'll Do:

　　Technical Expert: The Application Architect is a technologist who knows how to build and maintain complex systems. In addition to having demonstrated expertise in specific sets of technical domains, s/he is able to quickly develop proficiency in other areas, as the business requires.Proposing and Delivering Technical Innovation/Staying Current with Technical Directions and Standards. The Application Architect uses their knowledge and abilities to identify opportunities for innovation, research and prototype innovative approaches to problem solving, reducing technical costs, and keeping the Wealth division's technology current, relevant, and marketable. Actively participates in Communities of Practice. Participating in Operational Strategy. The Application Architect builds strong relationships with Enterprise Architecture, client level- and IS-level Operations staff and often acts as liaison between a project team and the Operations and IS Support staff.Designing Technical Systems: Takes responsibility for defining and communicating a multi-faceted system design. Understands the principles behind non-functional requirements, namely those of systems security, performance, scalability, maintainability, operational manageability, usability and deployment and incorporates this with the functional requirements.Serving as a Technical Liaison: Engages in high-level discussions and correspondence with non-technical Business and Domain Experts focusing on formulation of candidate solutions. Able to exchange complex ideas in an understandable way, while demonstrating a clear understanding of the problem. Builds strong relationships with client level and IS-level Operations teams and often acts as liaison between the teams. Serve as Application Security Liaison: Participates in Distributed Application discussions as pertain to security concerns across Alight and clients. Champions security and compliance in the AppDev environment, working closely with teams to ensure NIST controls and program processes are followed. Helps coordinate responses to audit findings. Coordinate on Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs), helping support technical conversations across developers, Security SMEs and Compliance team. Support large security-related projects across AppDev.Serve as a Technical Coach: Engages team members in opportunities for growth. Assist in debugging challenging circumstances and helps with development as necessary.

　　What you'll Need:

　　Bachelor's degree (with preferred concentrations in Computer Science, Economics, MIS, Engineering) or equivalent work experience.Minimum Experience of at least4 years with at least 3 years in designing complex technical solutions.Significant experience in two or more of the following core technology areasSystem integration using modern synchronous and asynchronous protocols including SOAP, REST, Kafka, or other distributed streaming technology.Microservices concepts and frameworks, including use of Java and Springboot.SPA-based web development technologies, such as AngularExperience rectifying security code scans.Systems IntegrationDatabase concepts, database design and data modeling (Relational and noSQL)AWS Services and Infrastructure-as-code, terraform.Advanced knowledge of Operational needs, including knowledge of: Web application security/performance / scalability/maintainability/DevOps, including CI/CD and static/dynamic code scanning.Must have demonstrated understanding in the application and use of architectural design patterns.Must be able to identify "good-fit" technologies and demonstrate their adaptation effectively.Must be able to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience.

　　Our story

　　At Alight, we believe a company's success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to "Be Alight."

　　Our Values:

　　Champion People - be empathetic and help create a place where everyone belongs.

　　Grow with purpose - Be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives.

　　Be Alight - act with integrity, be real and empower others.

　　It's why we're so driven to connect passion with purpose. Our team's expertise in human insights and cloud technology gives companies and employees around the world the ability to power confident decisions, for life.

　　With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Alight is the perfect place to put your passion to work.

　　Join our team if you Champion People, want to Grow with Purpose through acting with integrity and if you embody the meaning of Be Alight.

　　Learn more at careers.alight.com.

　　Flexible Working

　　So that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and "Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs" 5 years in a row.

　　Benefits

　　We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it's important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options.

　　By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

　　Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

　　Alight is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

　　At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.

　　Diversity Policy Statement

　　Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.

　　Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting his/her recruiter.

　　Authorization to work in the Employing Country

　　Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

　　We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

　　Pay Transparency Statement: Alight takes into consideration a candidate's experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography when determining an offer for a successful employment candidate, and Alight does so on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Therefore, an offer may fall anywhere between the estimated minimum base salary for this role of $110,200.00/year (for full time employees) and the estimated maximum base salary for this role of $204,600.00/year (for full time employees). In addition to a base salary, this position may be eligible for a bonus and/or other incentive plans. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package, please visit: https://careers.alight.com/us/en/alight-us-benefits-2023

　　DISCLAIMER:

　　Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

　　Alight Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, veteran, marital, parental, citizenship, or domestic partner status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Alight Solutions is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer.

　　We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

　　Pay Transparency Statement: Alight takes into consideration a candidate's experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography when determining an offer for a successful employment candidate, and Alight does so on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Therefore, an offer may fall anywhere between the estimated minimum base salary for this role of $90,200.00/year (for full time employees) and the estimated maximum base salary for this role of $143,100.00/year (for full time employees). In addition to a base salary, this position may be eligible for a bonus and/or other incentive plans. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package, please visit: https://careers.alight.com/us/en/alight-us-benefits-2023

　　DISCLAIMER:

　　Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

　　Alight Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, veteran, marital, parental, citizenship, or domestic partner status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Alight Solutions is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer.