Software Architect

Waypoint Human Capital$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience as a software architect and/or software engineer
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
  • Knowledge of object-oriented programming languages, including Golang, Java, C++, or Python
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • US Citizenship
  • Active Top Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one

Responsibilities

  • Defines, creates, and updates software system architectures for implementation guidance
  • Analyzes architecture and engineering data to solve complex problems and recommend improvements
  • Identifies and defines system architectures that optimize internal development and operations
  • Ensures systems are secure, resilient, observable, and capable of evolution
  • Drives long-term modernization and technology direction
  • Engages with Product Owners to translate customer requirements into system requirements
  • Mentors and coaches Software Engineers on practices of system and solution architectures

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Support for obtaining and maintaining security clearances
  • Potential for advancement within a top-tier organization
Full Job Description
Position Title: Software Architect
Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Position Location: Dayton, OH
Security Clearance: Active Top Secret

Works with the lead architect to define and guide the implementation coordination of architecture models in a system. Engages business and technical teammates to align the direction and architectural approach that delivers value in a system and aligns with the value stream and enterprise architectures. Has deep knowledge of the domain technology and participates as an active team member developing code for release.
Primary Duties:
  • Defines, creates and updates software system architectures and guides its implementation with Software Engineers and Software Developers.
  • Ability to analyze architecture and engineering data to solve complex problems, recommend solutions, and improve products and processes.
  • Identifies and defines system architectures that streamline internal development and operations in the team. Creates and documents functional and detailed design architectures.
  • Ensures the system is secure, resilient, observable, and able to evolve as new customers and features are added.
  • Drives long-term modernization and technology direction.
  • Actively engages with Product Owners and technical teammates to aid in translating customer requirements into system requirements.
  • Leads architecture definition and concepts within a system.
  • Works closely with Solution Architects and System Engineering, ensuring system architectures align with the value stream architecture.
  • Collaborates to define, scope, and refine architecture backlog items.
  • Mentors, guides, and coaches Software Engineers and Developers on the practices of system and solution architectures.
  • Continuously learns and applies industry best practices on modern software delivery practices. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to accomplish project and product objectives.
Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years' experience as a software architect and/or software engineer
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
  • Knowledge of object-oriented programming languages, including Golang, Java, C++, or Python
  • Strong Communication and Organizational Skills
  • US Citizenship
  • Must have or be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearence
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with system modeling and software architecting using MBSE
  • Experience with C4 modeling using Structurizr
  • Familiarity with Architecture Decision Records (ADR)
  • Understanding of zero-trust architectures and identity and access management systems.

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