Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent
8+ years in IT and software development lifecycle
4+ years in Federal Government proposal solutioning
4+ years of AWS Cloud and DevOps experience
Strong experience in enterprise cloud architecture design
Hands-on knowledge of data platforms and analytics tools
Proven ability to manage technical roadmaps in complex environments
Responsibilities
Design and own end-to-end solution architecture for cloud data platforms
Define and maintain the technical roadmap aligned with business priorities
Assess current architecture maturity and develop improvement strategies
Lead evaluation and pilot execution of new analytics tools
Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure cohesive solution delivery
Define integration patterns for APIs and data flows
Benefits
100% remote work arrangement
Opportunity to drive innovation in healthcare IT
Engagement with federal compliance standards
Collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders
Continuous improvement in platform performance and usability
Full Job Description
Solution Architect - Healthcare IT
CORMAC is seeking a Solutions Architect to be responsible for defining the end-to-end architecture, technical roadmap, and modernization strategy for a cloud-based CMS data and analytics program. This role ensures all solutions across data ingestion, analytics, metadata management, and user-facing applications are scalable, secure, and aligned with the mission of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The Solution Architect also leads platform maturity assessments and drives innovation through structured tool evaluation and analytics pilots.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Design and own the end-to-end solution architecture across cloud data platforms, analytics systems, metadata catalogs, and web-based user portals
Define and maintain the technical roadmap, aligning platform evolution with business priorities, modernization goals, and federal compliance requirements
Assess current-state architecture maturity across data, analytics, integration, security, and operational capabilities; identify gaps and develop improvement strategies
Lead quarterly evaluation and pilot execution of at least one new analytics or data tool, including proof-of-concept design, implementation, and results reporting
Translate business and operational requirements into scalable, secure, and cost-effective technical solutions
Collaborate with data architects, engineers, business stakeholders, and security teams to ensure cohesive solution delivery
Define integration patterns for APIs, ETL/ELT pipelines, real-time data flows, and enterprise reporting systems
Support analytics and AI/ML enablement using platforms such as Databricks and other cloud-native tools
Ensure alignment with CMS, federal, and healthcare compliance standards including FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST, HIPAA, and Zero Trust principles
Develop and maintain architecture artifacts including roadmaps, solution diagrams, capability models, and technical decision records
Lead architecture governance sessions, design reviews, and technical advisory discussions with stakeholders and executive leadership
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption strategies based on value, scalability, and operational impact
Support DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automation strategies across the platform ecosystem
Drive continuous improvement in platform performance, usability, data accessibility, and operational efficiency
Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering related or equivalent degree
8+ years of experience in Information Technology (IT) and the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
4+ years of Federal Government proposal solutioning and writing experience
4+ years of AWS Cloud and DevOps experience
Strong experience designing and delivering enterprise cloud architecture across data, analytics, and application systems
Demonstrated ability to define and manage technical roadmaps in complex enterprise environments
Experience conducting maturity assessments and developing capability improvement strategies
Hands-on knowledge of data platforms, analytics tools, and integration architectures
Experience with Databricks or similar large-scale data/AI platforms
Strong understanding of API design, data pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise security frameworks
Ability to evaluate, pilot, and recommend new technologies based on business value and technical feasibility
Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and executive presentation skills
Experience working in regulated environments with compliance requirements
Proven ability to devise software solutions to address both current and future client needs through the innovative use of proven emerging technologies
Experience in solution delivery capabilities (i.e., cloud, containers, SaaS)
Deep experience with Agile software development methodologies
Experience with CI/CD; continuous integration, delivery, and deployment methods
Excellent organization, communication, presentation, and writing skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment, completing multiple complex tasks simultaneously.
Preferred Skills & Experience
Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent degree
Experience supporting Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services or other federal healthcare programs
Certifications such as AWS/Azure/GCP Solutions Architect, TOGAF, SAFe, PMP, or equivalent
Experience with enterprise analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Amazon QuickSight, or similar platforms
Familiarity with metadata management, data governance, and cloud modernization initiatives
