Lead Applications Architect (2026-0091)

Acclaim Technical Services

$120K — $150K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or 10+ years of Intelligence Community experience in place of a degree.
  • Current TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
  • Minimum 10 years in software engineering, including 5 years focused on enterprise application architecture.
  • Experience leading 3+ cloud-based production solutions.
  • Designed and governed over 20 RESTful APIs.
  • Experience in mentoring engineers for 6+ years and managing architecture governance processes.
  • Proven track record of delivering systems that meet established SLA targets.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement enterprise-scale application architectures for diverse projects.
  • Lead cloud-based production solution initiatives to enhance system capabilities.
  • Oversee the governance of application architecture to ensure compliance and efficiency.
  • Mentor and develop engineering talent to elevate team capabilities.
  • Assess and optimize performance metrics and ensure SLA targets are consistently met.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align architecture standards with business objectives.
  • Drive innovation in technology and process improvements in application development.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a strategic role.
  • Collaborative and innovative team environment in the Network Solutions Division.
  • Mentorship opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement.
  • Access to continued education and industry certification reinforcements.
Full Job Description
Lead Applications Architect with a current TS/SCI w/ Poly to support our Network Solutions Division, based in Northern Virgnina. Required Education and Experience: - Bachelor's degree (or 10+ years IC experience in lieu) - ISSA/TS - Minimum 10 years software engineering, incl. 5 years designing enterprise-scale app architectures; led 3+ cloud production solutions - Designed/governed 20+ RESTful APIs - Led architecture governance 62 years, mentored 625 engineers - Delivered systems meeting SLA targets (e.g., uptime, performance testing). Desired Skills and Experience: - 10 years data engineering/analytics - Led 3+ cloud data platforms - 10+ enterprise data models - Delivered 25+ data pipelines - TOGAF/AWS/Azure certification - Demonstrated adaptability/innovation, knowledge of industry standards, certifications (CISA, CEA, etc.)

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