Job Description



Director of Architecture - Java, Cloud & SaaS Platforms

Location: Remote, United States

Majesco is building the next generation of cloud platforms for the insurance industry.

We are seeking a hands-on Director of Architecture with deep Java expertise to lead the design of scalable, high-performance SaaS systems. This leader defines architectural direction, solves complex engineering problems, and guides teams building modern cloud-native platforms.

You will shape platform architecture, mentor engineering teams, and drive technical decisions across Java, microservices, distributed systems, and cloud infrastructure.

Bonus: Experience with Life, Health, or Annuity insurance platforms.

What You Will Do

• Define and lead architecture for enterprise SaaS platforms built on Java and cloud technologies.
• Design scalable microservices systems that support high-volume, mission-critical applications.
• Guide engineering teams on Java development best practices, including concurrency, multi-threading, performance optimization, and system scalability.
• Lead architecture reviews and set engineering standards for distributed systems, APIs, and platform services.
• Solve complex technical challenges involving performance, latency, reliability, and distributed processing.
• Design cloud-native solutions using Azure services such as Kubernetes, serverless functions, and cloud data platforms.
• Partner with product, engineering, and delivery teams to build secure, resilient, and scalable software.
• Establish monitoring, observability, and performance practices using tools such as Instana, Datadog, Dynatrace, or Azure monitoring solutions.
• Able to think outside the box to design solutions for integrating the Majesco Platform using APIs, events, and webhooks.
• Drive modern DevOps practices, including CI/CD automation, containerization with Docker, and orchestration with Kubernetes.
• Create architecture documentation and system diagrams that guide engineering teams and platform evolution.
• Mentor engineers and architects through design reviews, code reviews, and technical leadership.

What You Bring

• 10 plus years of hands-on experience in Java engineering and software architecture.
• Proven success designing and delivering scalable enterprise or SaaS platforms.
• Strong experience building microservices architectures and distributed systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure and container platforms such as Kubernetes.
• Deep understanding of system performance, concurrency, and high-throughput application design.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases such as MSSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, or Cassandra.
• Strong knowledge of secure application design, including authentication, authorization, and secure communication.
• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.
• Ability to communicate complex architectural concepts clearly to engineering teams and business leaders.
• Proven leadership in mentoring engineers and guiding architectural decisions across teams.

Bonus: Experience with Life, Health, or Annuity insurance platforms or insurance technology systems.

Why Majesco

Majesco powers the future of insurance technology.

Our cloud platforms help insurers modernize core systems, launch products faster, and deliver digital experiences at scale.

In this role, you will:

• Architect platforms used by leading global insurers.
• Solve complex engineering challenges across cloud and distributed systems.
• Work with teams building the next generation of insurance technology.

Majesco - Where Technology Leaders Build What's Next.

What Majesco Offers:

Majesco is committed to equal pay and transparency. The annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $175,000. Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline and combines all of the distinct labor markets within the US. It is uncommon for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors. Majesco considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, candidate's work location, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, external market data, as well as market and business considerations when making compensation decisions.

At Majesco, we offer a comprehensive employee benefits package with most coverage starting Day One. Our benefits package includes, but is not limited to: Medical, dental & vision insurance; employer-funded HSA coordinating with a high-deductible health plan; FSA, short-term/long-term disability; Life/AD&D insurance; 401(k), flexible time off, paid sick days and 11 paid holidays; paid parental/bonding leave; career anniversary leave and other voluntary benefits.