Software Architect

About the position

Stratos Solutions is seeking an experienced Software Architect to support the government in defining and managing complex ground software architectures for critical missions. This role requires expertise in systems architecture, including defining high-level functional requirements, analyzing technical trade-offs, determining key components and subsystems, and identifying and documenting system interfaces and interactions.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop high-level functional requirements and mission capability statements to guide the development of ground software systems.
• Analyze technical trade-offs and evaluate alternative approaches to optimize system performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
• Identify and define key components, subsystems, and services within the architecture.
• Document and manage system interfaces and interactions, ensuring clarity and alignment across all development teams and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and systems engineers to ensure the architecture aligns with mission requirements and constraints.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to ensure adherence to the defined architecture throughout the development lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain architecture artifacts, including system diagrams, interface control documents (ICDs), and system specifications.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with architectural decisions and technology choices.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure the architecture incorporates innovative and effective solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10 years of experience in software or systems architecture, with a focus on large-scale or complex systems.
• Strong understanding of ground software systems, mission requirements, and architecture principles.
• Experience with architectural frameworks and methodologies.
• Proven ability to analyze technical trade-offs and make sound architectural decisions.
• Knowledge of interface management, including defining and managing APIs and communication protocols.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills for creating clear and comprehensive documentation.
• Experience with government acquisition processes and working with multidisciplinary teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and tools for architecture management (e.g., Cameo).
• Experience with mission-critical systems, including satellite ground systems or other government software solutions.
• Knowledge of cloud-based and distributed architectures.
• Expertise in integrating cybersecurity requirements into system architecture.