Lead Systems Engineer

Lead Systems EngineerThis position supports Revolutional's federal customer as part of an application transformation and modernization initiative.This program is driving a large-scale transformation of systems into a data-centric, cloud-native ecosystem capable of supporting high-volume, near real-time data processing and advanced analytics. The work includes modernization of legacy applications, development of new cloud-native solutions, and implementation of DevSecOps and scaled Agile practices across the organization.The core challenge: orchestrating complex, multi-contractor delivery while transforming both technology and operating models without disrupting mission-critical operations.As a Lead Systems Engineer at Revolutional, you will drive end-to-end systems engineering execution across a large-scale federal modernization program.You will operate between architecture and delivery—ensuring that system designs are translated into working, integrated, and scalable solutions. You will lead engineering efforts across multiple teams, coordinating system integration, requirements alignment, and technical execution.This role requires someone who can manage complexity across systems, enforce engineering discipline, and ensure delivery meets both technical and mission requirements.Provide technical leadership across systems engineering efforts within the DTAM programTranslate architectural designs into actionable engineering plans and executionDefine and manage system requirements, interfaces, and integration pointsLead system integration across applications, data platforms, and cloud environmentsEnsure systems meet performance, scalability, reliability, and security requirementsIdentify and resolve technical risks, dependencies, and integration challengesSupport modernization efforts by engineering transitions from legacy to cloud-native systemsCollaborate with architects, developers, data engineers, and program leadership to ensure alignmentDrive adoption of DevSecOps practices, enabling automation, testing, and continuous deliveryParticipate in stakeholder discussions, providing technical insight and decision supportMentor engineering teams and enforce systems engineering best practicesCloud-native transformation (AWS/Azure environments)High-volume, near real-time data processing systemsData-centric architectures and enterprise data ecosystemsDevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD practicesScaled Agile delivery modelsLegacy system modernization and refactoringBaseline RequirementsUS Citizenship with the ability to obtain a Public Trust15+ years of experience in systems engineering, integration, or technical leadership rolesProven experience supporting large-scale, complex IT systems or modernization programsAbility to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearanceTechnical CapabilitiesStrong experience with systems engineering principles, including requirements, integration, and validationExperience integrating complex systems across applications, data platforms, and infrastructureExperience working in cloud-based environments and modern distributed systemsUnderstanding of DevSecOps practices and system engineering within CI/CD environmentsAbility to manage system complexity across multiple teams and technical domainsCore StrengthsStrong ownership mindset with accountability for system-level outcomesAbility to translate complex technical designs into executable engineering plansEffective communication across technical teams and senior stakeholdersAbility to operate in complex, fast-moving environments with multiple dependenciesStrong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities with program-level impactNice to Have (Differentiators)Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)Agile certifications (Scrum, SAFe, or similar)Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)Experience supporting large-scale federal programsExperience with large-scale data systems or real-time processing environments