^Software Architect IV

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RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide architectural and strategic oversight for software development projects
• Define and articulate the architectural vision while experimenting with alternative approaches to optimize design
• Develop models, component specifications, and interface documentation to support scalable software architecture
• Collaborate with product developers, product managers, and customer application experts to ensure optimal software performance and feature integration
• Lead integration efforts for software components developed by different teams to create cohesive and efficient solutions
• Provide expert-level technical advice and consultation to various departments within the organization
• Direct and contribute to research and planning initiatives that drive innovation and efficiency in software development
• Develop technical solutions to complex problems while exercising considerable latitude in determining architectural objectives and methodologies
• Validate and refine architectural decisions through prototyping, industry benchmarking, and system performance testing
• Ensure software architecture aligns with business goals, security best practices, and compliance standards
• Provide technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions
• Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded
• Identify and forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area
• Participate in growth efforts as requested
• Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction
• Complete personal PDP and attend Company meetings (with camera on)
• Within your program, build productive and positive professional relationships with clients
• Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements
• Perform other related duties as assigned

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Clearance

Active Secret clearance

Education and Years of Experience

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 10 years of experience

• Considered an emerging authority in software architecture, with extensive technical expertise in designing scalable and high-performance software solutions
• Strong knowledge of DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software deployment methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with multiple programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++
• Experience with one or more major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).
• Proven ability to develop technical solutions to complex problems while determining innovative approaches to architectural challenges
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies, system integration strategies, and architectural best practices
• Ability to work independently with wide latitude for judgment while aligning architectural decisions with business objectives
• Experience in leading research and technical planning efforts to enhance software efficiency and reliability

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Expertise in cloud computing, microservices architecture, and enterprise-level distributed systems
• Experience designing, developing, or integrating AI agents and agentic workflows sing modern LLM frameworks and orchestration platforms.
• Experience with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
• Proficiency in software modeling techniques, component-based architecture, and API design
• Experience implementing or integrating solutions using the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to enable secure, standardized communication between AI assistants, enterprise applications, and external tools.
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, database management, and large-scale system integrations

\n$136,458 - $179,000 a year

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