Application Modernization Architect

About Crossvale:

At Crossvale, we are a catalyst for transformation. Our mission is to push boundaries and deliver top-tier solutions for our global clientele, built on a legacy of technological leadership spanning two decades. Join a results-oriented, diverse team of practice leads, architects, and engineers, where collaboration and actionable solutions drive our success. Our core values are centered around experience, trust, passion, and results.

Position Overview:

We’re seeking an experienced Application Modernization Architect to lead the transformation of legacy enterprise applications into scalable, cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate has a deep background in modern software development and a passion for guiding organizations through digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technology projects from inception to delivery, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and methodologies.
• Refactor monolithic applications into modular, microservices-based architectures.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement modern frameworks and development practices.
• Design and guide cloud migration efforts, ensuring scalability, performance, and reliability.
• Create and maintain architectural diagrams and technical documentation.
• Partner with customers and internal teams to design solutions aligned with business goals.
• Conduct strategic roadmapping and discovery sessions with clients.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to technical teams across the project lifecycle.
• Oversee delivery milestones and quality assurance processes.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks and architectural vulnerabilities.
• Participate in presales activities, including discovery calls and SOW creation.
• Allocate and manage team resources effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading customer-facing, service-oriented projects.
• Hands-on experience architecting and modernizing enterprise applications using Java, .NET, Angular, and cloud-native technologies.
• Deep understanding of full-stack development, distributed systems, and integration tiers.
• Expertise in application refactoring and re-architecture strategies.
• Strong knowledge of microservices, RESTful APIs, and event-driven architectures.
• Experience designing and implementing solutions on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and their role in app delivery.
• Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices in an app development context.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, quality management, delivery processes, and team leadership.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and business stakeholders.
• Prior experience in presales, demos, or technical scoping is preferred.

What sets you apart for this role

• Passion for problem-solving and delivering high-quality, scalable solutions.
• Ability to bridge technical and business objectives with clear, actionable solutions.
• Strong leadership and team management, especially in high-pressure environments.
• Exceptional communication skills, both upward to leadership and across teams.
• Proactive mindset, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

What We Offer:

A collaborative, global environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Paid time off, including 15 PTO days and 8 paid holidays.

Company-paid life insurance.

Health, Vision, and Dental insurance.

401(k) with a 4% match contribution.

A chance to work on innovative projects and contribute to technological solutions for leading industries.