Chief Software Architect - Apex Systems

Job#: 2048414

Job Description:

For immediate response, please send to [email protected]: WORD resume, desired hourly/salary rate, and best time to speak!
 
Position: TS/SCI Chief Software Architect
Location: Ft. Meade, MD - HYBRID (Onsite schedule varies based on need)
Duration: 6 Month Contract to Hire (3 years left on the contract)
 
Selling Points: 3 years left on the contract, HYBRID,  Free Onsite Parking
 
MUST HAVE:
Must be willing to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance
Masters & 13 years OR BS & 15 years OR AA & 17 years OR 19+ years
Heavy business development, architect design, and solutioning with customer
MUST HAVE:

• Active TS/SCI |
• Masters & 13 years OR BS & 15 years OR AA & 17 years OR 19+ years
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Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead architecture and design of high-performance capabilities for DoD.
• Partner with Task Order technical leadership to ensure implementation of software development best practices, standards, guidelines and drive consistency and best practices across the IDIQ
• Drive innovation and industry trend awareness; Leading teams in DevOps & Agile best practices and Mentor and guide technical teams, fostering innovation and excellence
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements and translate them into solutions to ensure the security, scalability, and sustainability of all systems; Translating system requirements into secure, scalable solutions.
• Integrate new technologies into architectures and evaluate tools for high-quality delivery.
• Lead teams in DevOps & Agile best practices and mentor technical teams.
• Support the CTO team in driving innovation, creation of Roadmaps, and thought leadership within the customer domain. Maintain and forward-looking perspective on industry trends and emerging technologies
• Document model development processes, results, and best practices for knowledge sharing and reproducibility. Ensuring security best practices are integrated into the development lifecycle, including compliance with data protection regulations. Assisting in creating technical documentation and presentations to communicate findings and progress to stakeholders

 
Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 7+ years of experience or 15+ years in software development/architecture.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages, cloud computing, distributed systems, and microservices architecture; In-depth knowledge of system architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
• Proficiency in cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or Oracle Cloud), distributed systems, and microservices architecture.
• Experience with data architectures and pipelines for structured, unstructured, and semi-structured data across various data repositories and data lakes.
• Experience with front-end technologies, UI/UX design, and Agile DevSecOps tools, and CI/CD pipelines. 
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum ceremonies and experience with Agile work management tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with customers, cross-functional teams, and stakeholders.

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree with 15+ years in systems architecture and leadership roles.
• Strong proficiency in scalable microservices, UI/UX design, and full-stack development.
• Proven expertise in mission software solutions related to data science, machine learning, or similar technologies.

 
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EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.