Microservices ArchitectClient is looking to fill this in the next 1-2 weeks.6 month contractWork Location: HYBRID - Detroit, MI (3 Days onsite/week)Responsibilities:Microservices Design Patterns and Best Practices: Define and promote best practices, design patterns (e.g., Circuit Breaker, Gateway Aggregation), and guidelines for microservices development in Java.Microservices Architecture: Lead the design and architecture decisions related to microservices, including service decomposition, API design, communication protocols (REST), and event-driven architectures.Code Quality and Standards: Set coding standards, guidelines, and ensure adherence to best practices across the development teamHands-on Development: Participate actively in coding, reviewing, and troubleshooting complex issues related to microservices development in Java.Automation: Implement and oversee CI/CD pipelines, automated testing strategies (unit, integration, and end-to-end testing), and monitoring solutions for microservices.Technical Guidance: Provide mentorship and coaching to the development team. Resolve technical challenges and provide solutions.Cross-team communication: Work closely with DevOps, QA, and product management teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of microservices-based solutions.Performance Optimization: Identify performance bottlenecks and optimize microservices for scalability and efficiency.Scalability Planning: Plan for horizontal and vertical scaling of microservices based on workload and business needs.Security Standards: Implement and enforce security practices such as authentication, authorization, and encryption for microservices.Compliance: Ensure microservices adhere to regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, PCI-DSS) related to data handling and security.Monitoring and Logging: Define monitoring metrics, implement logging, and set up systems to proactively manage and maintain microservices in production.Problem-solving: Analyze complex technical problems and propose effective solutions.Decision-making: Make informed decisions considering technical feasibility, business impact, and long-term implications.