About the position
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Software Architect to lead the design and development of scalable, secure software systems that align with data governance standards and support complex multi-domain environments. The individual in this role will provide architectural direction and hands-on leadership across software projects, ensuring effective integration of technology solutions while maintaining a strong focus on security and system accreditation requirements.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the architectural lead responsible for defining, documenting, and overseeing software frameworks, patterns, and technical approaches for custom applications.
- Lead Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) and act as the primary technical representative in cross-functional engagements.
- Ensure compliance with data governance, access control, and data-sharing policies across multiple domains and fabrics.
- Guide the integration of AWS services and cloud-native architectures to support scalable and secure deployments.
- Train and mentor onsite development team members, reinforcing coding standards, best practices, and project alignment.
- Oversee all aspects of documentation to maintain accurate and comprehensive software records for future maintenance and audits.
- Collaborate with external teams and client stakeholders, fostering strong communication channels and translating business needs into actionable technical solutions.
- Plan and track software deliverables, employing Agile methodologies to ensure timely and quality outcomes.
- Analyze and resolve complex issues involving software-hardware interfaces, promoting efficient and innovative problem-solving strategies.
- Lead efforts to transform stakeholder requirements into robust technical architectures and system designs.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in software architecture or lead development roles.
- Proven experience with Agile Methodology and Agile Project Management.
- Hands-on experience integrating AWS services in secure environments.
- Background in developing and leading custom application solutions.
- Demonstrated success in a technical leadership role overseeing development teams.
- Experience collaborating with external technical teams and client-facing engagements.
- Knowledge and implementation experience of data governance frameworks.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Nice-to-haves
- Expertise across multiple programming languages and frameworks.
- Familiarity with security accreditation processes and compliance standards.
- Experience developing within multi-domain and multi-fabric system environments.
- Strong analytical and documentation skills to support technical oversight and software lifecycle planning.
Benefits
- 100% Company-Paid Health Insurance: Complete coverage for medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and their dependents through United Healthcare and Guardian.
- Fully Paid Protection Plans: Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability provided at no cost to the employee.
- 401(k) Retirement Contribution: A 15% salary contribution paid bi-monthly through Guideline, with full vesting from day one.
- Paid Time Off: 200 hours of annual PTO, accrued per pay period, in addition to 11 federal holidays.
- Incentive Bonuses: Recruitment and business development bonuses to reward contributions to company growth and success.
