Principal Architect

Overview

Capital Technology Group provides expert consulting services in software development, digital transformation, human-centered design, data analytics and visualization, and cybersecurity. Our multidisciplinary teams use agile methodologies to rapidly and incrementally deliver value in close collaboration with our clients. For over a decade, we have been trusted by both federal and commercial clients to solve complex, mission-critical business challenges. The quality of our work is recognized by our partners and peers through inclusion in the Digital Services Coalition, a group of forward-thinking firms recognized for excellence in delivering IT services.

We are looking for a Senior Principal Architect with deep technical expertise and excellent communication skills who can serve as a hands-on technical lead on major programs to support our clients. You will leverage expertise across multiple languages and frameworks to design and build scalable solutions. Beyond writing clean code, you will collaborate with stakeholders, mentor team members, and help drive CTG's growth by taking initiative on high-impact projects.

If you are a seasoned, high-impact engineer and lifelong learner who thrives on solving complex problems, communicating technical concepts clearly, and driving meaningful change in civic tech, we would love to hear from you!

Applicants must be US citizens and able to obtain Public Trust clearance.

• Lead and architect full-stack solutions across front-end, back-end, and database layers using modern technologies
• Develop and maintain applications using Java, Type Script, Python, React, and/or related languages
• Design and optimize high-performance databases using Postgre
  
  SQL and other SQL and No
  
  SQL technologies
• Establish and enforce CI/CD best practices and Dev Ops principles across development workflows
• Deploy and manage applications on AWS infrastructure using containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Serve as a technical lead on major programs, mentoring junior engineers and conducting code reviews
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, scope solutions, and deliver results in agile environments
• Lead and manage engineering teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance
• Drive initiatives that support CTG's growth and contribute to organizational success beyond day-to-day product work
• Lead internal rapid prototyping efforts and R&D projects

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• 10+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 5 years in recent roles
• Preference given to candidates in the DMV area
• Strong proficiency in multiple programming languages including Java, JavaScript, Python, React, Type Script, or related languages
• Hands-on experience with relational databases (MySQL, Postgres, SQL)
• Familiarity with web servers and deployment infrastructure (e.g., Nginx, AWS)
• Knowledge of UI/UX design principles and the ability to collaborate effectively with design teams
• Proven leadership and mentoring experience, with the ability to guide and develop engineering teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics to diverse audiences
• Demonstrated experience with CI/CD practices and modern software development workflows
• Experience with Docker and/or Kubernetes
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools or cloud platform management
• Comfort working in version-controlled, collaborative environments (Git/Git Hub)
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities with a track record of delivering high-impact solutions
• Excellent communication skills

• Experience with Python
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator, AWS Solution Architect Professional, or equivalent certification

We are committed to offering a competitive salary for this position, with an estimated range of $170k to $200k annually. Please note that this range is intended to provide a general idea…