Software Solutions Architect
Core
Define, decompose, and validate requirements for prime contractor software deliverables while leading system-of-systems software integration back into DoD programs and operational environments.
Role type
Senior Software Solutions Architect (Systems Engineering & Integration)
Builds
Secure, survivable satellite communications systems for the US Space Force
Domain
National Security / Space Defense / DoD Software Integration
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Systems engineering & integration leadership, requirements decomposition, interface specifications, verification strategy, secure software development lifecycle, service-oriented architectures, microservices, secure API design, DoD cybersecurity processes (RMF/ATO), cross-domain data transport, DevSecOps pipelines, technical writing & briefing, stakeholder alignment
Preferred skills
Active Secret or higher clearance, DoD network deployment experience, STIG hardening, vulnerability management, Docker/Kubernetes in restricted networks, AWS GovCloud/Azure Government, Agile methodologies, systems integration certifications (CSEP/ESEP/PMI)
Technologies
Docker, Kubernetes, AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Provide engineering analysis and SE&I leadership for secure software applications; Serve as the Government's technical integrator across PTS‑G software elements; Lead Government coordination with prime contractors to define mission use cases and constraints; Develop and manage software and interface requirements (ICDs, IRS); Plan and oversee software integration into restricted DoD operating environments; Coordinate software deployment using DoD‑aligned DevSecOps pipelines; Define and lead software integration verification strategy; Mentor engineers on secure integration patterns and defense best practices
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic integration focus
