Senior Architect

Urgent hiring - Senior Architect

TS/SCI - CI Poly Onsite in Chantilly Virginia We offer 2 employee compensation models. Salaried or consultant (w2). Salaries start at 220k and w2 consultant starts at 120 an hour. Salary and/or Hourly rates will increase with experience. Benefits are available such as Health/Dental/Vision/401K/EAP/Life insurance and LTD-STD. Senior Architect – Ground Systems in the Cloud

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Architect to lead the design, development, and deployment of modern, scalable, and secure ground system solutions in the cloud. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud computing technologies, ground system architectures, and software engineering best practices. The Senior Architect will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of mission‑critical operations, such as satellite communications, space systems, and other ground system applications. Key Responsibilities

Architecture Design and Strategy

Design end‑to‑end cloud‑based ground system architectures that ensure performance, scalability, reliability, and security. Develop technical roadmaps for migrating legacy ground systems to cloud‑native architectures. Lead the evaluation and selection of cloud platforms, services, and tools (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) to support ground system requirements. Cloud Implementation and Integration

Oversee the implementation of cloud infrastructure, including networking, compute, storage, and security configurations. Define and implement strategies for data ingest, processing, and storage in the cloud, including streaming real‑time data. Ensure seamless integration between cloud‑based ground systems and on‑premises systems or hardware components. System Performance and Optimization

Analyze system performance metrics and optimize the cloud architecture for low latency, high throughput, and cost efficiency. Implement redundancy and failover strategies to ensure system availability and recovery capabilities. Collaboration and Leadership

Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert, mentoring engineering teams in cloud technologies and ground system best practices. Collaborate with stakeholders, including customers, product managers, and engineering teams, to define system requirements and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Communicate complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders clearly and effectively. Security and Compliance

Design secure architectures that comply with industry standards and government regulations. Implement robust identity, access management, and encryption solutions to protect sensitive data in the cloud. Emerging Technologies and Innovation

Stay up to date with emerging cloud technologies, trends, and industry best practices. Drive innovation by identifying opportunities to leverage advanced cloud capabilities, such as machine learning, edge computing, and serverless architectures, to enhance ground systems. Documentation and Standards

Develop comprehensive technical documentation, including architectural diagrams, design documents, and operational playbooks. Establish and enforce architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistency and maintainability. Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered. 8+ years of experience in software and systems architecture, with at least 3 years focused on cloud‑based solutions. Strong expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, including certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert). Experience with ground system architectures, including satellite communications, telemetry, tracking and control (TT&C), or other mission‑critical systems. Proficiency in modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++) and cloud infrastructure‑as‑code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation). Deep understanding of networking, virtualization, containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and microservices architecture. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automated testing frameworks. Proven track record of delivering large‑scale, cloud‑based systems in a production environment.

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