Job Overview:
An experienced Software Architect is needed to support advanced technology initiatives within a secure, mission-driven environment. This role focuses on designing and guiding the implementation of scalable, secure, and modern software architectures. The position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to translate business and technical requirements into robust system solutions. Candidates should be hands-on, contributing to development efforts while driving long-term architectural strategy. This opportunity is contingent upon contract award.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain high-level and detailed software architecture solutions
- Partner with engineering teams to implement architectural designs and best practices
- Analyze complex technical challenges and recommend effective, scalable solutions
- Ensure systems are secure, resilient, observable, and adaptable to evolving needs
- Lead modernization efforts and define long-term technology strategies
- Collaborate with product and engineering teams to translate requirements into system designs
- Align system architecture with broader enterprise and solution architecture frameworks
- Define and refine architectural backlog items and priorities
- Mentor and guide engineers on architecture principles and implementation practices
- Stay current with industry trends and modern software delivery methodologies
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- At least 5 years of experience in software engineering or software architecture
- Proficiency in object-oriented programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, or Golang
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Active Top Secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- Familiarity with C4 modeling and tools such as Structurizr
- Knowledge of Architecture Decision Records (ADR)
- Understanding of zero-trust security models and identity/access management systems
Security Requirements:
- Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain one
Key Skills Required:
- Software architecture design and system modeling
- Secure and scalable system development
- Cross-functional collaboration and technical leadership
Skills and Certifications [note: bold skills and certification are required]
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Active Top Secret clearance
At least 5 years of experience in software engineering or software architecture
Security Clearance Required: No
Visa Candidate Considered: No