Software Architect Security Clearance

Position: Software Architect with Security Clearance
About the role Works with the lead architect to define and guide the implementation and 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.

Responsibilities
* Defines, creates and updates software system architectures and guides its implementation with Software Engineers and Software Developers.
* Analyzes 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 Preferred qualifications
* Experience with system modeling and software architecting using MBSE
* Experience with C4 modeling using Structurizr
* Familiarity with Architecture Decision Records (ADR)
* Knowledge of CI/CD and Dev Sec Ops  practices
* Understanding of zero-trust architectures and identity and access management systems.