Expert IT Architect

Senior • Hybrid

$180 - $190/hr

Gdańsk, Poland

Industry: Banking

Location: hybrid model 3x/week in ofiice in Gdańsk

Rate: up to 190 zl/h net+vat

Type of contract: B2B

Summary

The role of Expert IT Architect is primarily aimed at enhancing the performance of the existing PIP payments processing pipeline by redesigning microservices to achieve high throughput and low latency, in line with the SEK Batch initiative.

Main Responsibilities

Architectural redesign of microservices for improved performance.
Ensure applications can handle 15-30k Transactions Per Second (TPS).
Collaborate with development teams to leverage Java and Python skills.
Implement and utilize technologies such as Apache Kafka and Apache Spark.
Facilitate knowledge sharing within the team.

Key Requirements

Proven expertise in high-throughput/low-latency applications capable of achieving up to 50k TPS.
Experience with both monolith and microservices architectures.
Strong proficiency in Java for effective communication with development teams.
Python experience for scripting and data processing.
Familiarity with technologies: Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, Redis, various databases.
General comprehension of IBM Mainframe and legacy systems.
Strong leadership abilities and delivery orientation.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience as an architect in large international projects.
Background in data engineering.

Nice to Have

Knowledge in payments processing and transactions.
Understanding of data management.
Familiarity with security compliance standards (GDPR, PCI).
Experience in the banking sector.

emagine Polska

emagine Polska is a company operating in the telecommunications industry, based in Warsaw, Poland. The company is involved in innovative projects, focusing on the development and maintenance of portals using modern technologies. Emagine Polska values creativity, motivation, and independence in its team members, emphasizing a collaborative work environment. The company is structured to support agile methodologies, particularly SCRUM, and is integrated with DevOps practices, highlighting its commitment to efficient and effective project management. Emagine Polska is distinguished by its focus on leveraging cutting-edge technologies like React.js and TypeScript, and its dedication to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.