Senior Backend Architect
PixidPixid is entering an ambitious transformation phase and is looking for the next builders of this change!
The platform is highly configurable and used by multiple international stakeholders, making the challenge particularly stimulating.
We’re seeking an experienced Backend Architect to lead our architectural transformation from monolithic to microservices architecture.
You’ll be instrumental in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and maintainable backend systems while guiding our engineering teams through complex technical migrations.
👉 Your Key Responsibilities:
Architectural Leadership: Design and implement microservices architecture patterns to strategically strangle our monolithic application, ensuring smooth transition with minimal business disruption
Identity & Security: Architect and implement OAuth2/OpenID Connect authentication flows, integrate with Identity Providers (IdP), and establish secure service-to-service communication patterns
Database Migration: Lead the migration strategy from MariaDB to PostgreSQL, including data modeling, performance optimization, and zero-downtime migration planning
Event-Driven Architecture: Design and implement event-driven systems using Apache Kafka, to support asynchronous business processes, ensuring reliable message delivery
Technical Mentorship: Guide development teams in Java/Spring best practices, micro-services patterns, and architectural decision-making
Standards & Governance: Establish architectural standards, API design guidelines, and technical documentation practices