SciTec is seeking a Principal Software Architect to lead the overall software architecture, technical vision, and strategy for an emergent missile defense need. Responsibilities - Define and own overall software architecture strategy, principles, and standards for a high-visibility program - Lead the design of a scalable, secure, resilient, and high-performing system - Establish and implement architecture governance, standards, and decision-making processes - Identify and proactively manage technical debt, risks, dependencies, and SLDC concerns - Collaborate and iterate on product roadmaps with other high-level decision makers - Ensure consistent, well maintained clear documentation - Interface with stakeholders at technical exchange meetings and program reviews to explain software architecture and software architecture decisions - Derive and implement into architecture changing customer requirements with short-term and long-term strategies - Selection of appropriate messaging solution for internal and external architecture communication requirements - Collaborate with and mentor staff in making architecture solutions and decisions a reality - Perform other duties as assigned Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physical Sciences, or a related technical field or equivalent experience - 12+ years of experience developing software systems - 8+ years of experience supporting MOSA system of systems design - 5+ years of experience with Kubernetes - Understands new and advanced software design patterns and anti-patterns. - Understands parallelization techniques (GPUs, FaaS, multiple threads) and knows when to use each - Expertise in message protocols, patterns, and libraries to send events and data between applications - Effective and experienced communicator to both technical and non-technical stakeholders to understand, document, and implement evolving requirements, explain design decisions, and ensure client buy-in - Up to 15% travel as required for business purposes Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred: - CKAD Certificate - AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Active Secret DoD clearance *Resumes, Cover Letters, and Applications which are generated by AI will not be considered for employment Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information Benefits SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including: - 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match - 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options - 80% company paid Dental insurance - 100% company paid Vision insurance - 100% company paid Life insurance - 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance - Short-term Disability insurance - Annual Profit-Sharing Plan - Discretionary Performance Bonus - Paid Parental Leave - Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay The pay range for this position is $190,000 to $235,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.