Software Architect (AI)

TL;DR

Software Architect (AI): Providing architectural and strategic oversight for defense-focused software development projects with an accent on scalable design, system integration, and DevSecOps practices. Focus on designing complex technical solutions, integrating AI agents and LLM frameworks, and ensuring alignment with rigorous security and compliance standards for the U.S. Department of Defense.

Location: Must be based in the United States (Active Secret clearance required).

Company

A defense technology platform delivering high-impact technologies and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and national security customers.

What you will do

• Define and articulate architectural vision while experimenting with alternative approaches to optimize design.
• Develop models, component specifications, and interface documentation to support scalable software architecture.
• Lead integration efforts for software components developed by different teams to create cohesive solutions.
• Collaborate with product managers and customer application experts to ensure optimal performance and feature integration.
• Validate architectural decisions through prototyping, industry benchmarking, and system performance testing.
• Provide expert-level technical advice and consultation across various departments.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 10+ years of experience in software architecture.
• Strong knowledge of DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and modern deployment methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with Java, Python, or C++.
• Experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Ability to work independently while aligning decisions with business and security objectives.

Nice to have

• Expertise in microservices architecture and enterprise-level distributed systems.
• Experience designing and integrating AI agents, agentic workflows, and LLM frameworks.
• Knowledge of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Model Context Protocol (MCP).
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and large-scale system integrations.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time permanent employment with a focus on long-term value creation.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact national security and defense programs.
• Collaborative environment with deep domain expertise across military branches.
• Commitment to professional development through personal PDPs.