Software Systems Architect

Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a strong Software Systems Architect who will help define and communicate a shared technical and architectural vision for solutions developed by the customer’s Technical Director/Chief Architect.  The candidate will work across the customer’s organization to help elaborate on the system architecture, validate technology assumptions, evaluate implementation alternatives and create a continuous delivery pipeline.  Key responsibilities include:

·       Provide subject matter expertise to guide systems engineering efforts

·       Collaborate with customer leadership to define and execute technology strategies that support next generation architectures

·       Engage with key stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure architectural solutions align with business objectives

·       Create roadmaps that outline the steps and milestones needed to implement architectural solutions and address business challenges effectively

·       Develop technical recommendations and high-level design documents that provide clear guidance on technology solutions, including architecture, components and integration strategies

·       Review technical aspects of projects, ensuring they adhere to architectural standards and best practices

·       Identify and mitigate architectural risks and issues, ensuring the stability and security of systems and applications

Qualifications

• Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly clearance
• Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience can be substituted
• Minimum of 9 years of relevant experience
• Extensive experience as a Systems Architect of Software Systems, including formal systems engineering experience
• Experience developing all forms of architecture artifacts, including system diagrams and interface control documents
• Experience in the development of candidate technology solutions and be able to present solution and portfolio strategies to customers at all levels
• Ability to maintain an integrated master schedule
• Ability to maintain tactical and strategic roadmaps

 

Desired:

• Understanding of data flows, data infrastructure, data repositories, data security and data catalogues
• Experience with continuous integration/continuous development pipelines
• Experience/knowledge of application DevSecOps integration
• Ability to push the boundaries to enable development and deployment of next generation architectures
• Cross-domain (multi-level guard) experience
• Secure data management experience
• Cloud Native/Cloud Interdependent Technology experience
• Experience with architectures to operationalize advanced analytics/machine learning/artificial intelligence

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion, which is core to our values and important to attract and retain exceptional talent. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.4 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.