Software Architect

Protingent

Dulles International Airp, DC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$250,000–$275,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Application Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Building Codes, Clean Technologies, Code Reviews, CompTIA Security+, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Distributed Computing, Hybrid Cloud, Information Technology & Information Systems, JavaScript, Medical Equipment, Microsoft .NET, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Plan Meetings, Regulatory Compliance, Security Clearance, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Administration, Software Architecture, Software Design, Software Development, System Architecture, Team Lead/Manager, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, United States Citizen, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Web Programming, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Dulles International Airp, DC
POSTED
Today
Position Title: Software Architect

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting Direct Hire opportunity located in Springfield, VA, Dulles, VA, or St Louis, MO.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Leading architecture and system designs both customer facing and internally
  • Passion for writing great code and building world class software products used by millions of people.
  • Helping leading teams writing clean, high-quality, high-performance, maintainable code
  • Design and Develop and support software including applications, database integration, interfaces, and new functionality enhancements
  • Run planning meetings and coordinate cross-functionally to insure project meets business objectives and compliance standards\
  • Support test and deployment of new products and features
  • Participate in code reviews.

Job Qualifications:
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related field)
  • 7+ years of relevant work experience
  • 2+ years experience as a team lead / lead architect
  • Strong proficiency as a full stack software developer
  • Proficient with web application and API development
  • DoD / Defense Industry Experience
  • Authorized to work in the United States and no visa sponsorship required

Preferred Job Qualifications:
  • Security+ Certification
  • NGA experience
  • Experience architecting systems for real-time data, high-performance visualization, and/or distributed computing.
  • Deep expertise in full-stack application development: C# (.NET Core), JavaScript/TypeScript
  • Familiarity with containerized deployment, AWS, CI/CD pipelines, and hybrid cloud/on-prem architectures.
  • Strong understanding of UI/UX principles, reusability, and user-centric workflows in enterprise environments.
  • Self-motivated individuals who can examine the fi eld and identify areas for improvement independently.

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Direct Hire
  • Location: Springfield, VA, Dulles, VA, or St Louis, MO.
  • Salary Range: $250-275K
  • Required US Citizenship (May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level).

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

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