Software Architect

Software Architect SMETransform technology into opportunity as a Software Architect SME at GDIT. Shape what's next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what's next for your engineering career. The work you'll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of Customs and Border Patrol. You will play a crucial role in supporting solution development and integration activities for the U.S. Border Patrol's Integrated Surveillance Tower (IST) deployments and system modernization efforts. This role supports the engineering of real-time surveillance technologies, integration of Enforcement Zone Cameras (EZC), Linear Ground Detection System (LGDS), and Integrated Surveillance Towers (IST), and the development of scalable solutions post-proof-of-concept.Lead/Manage/Support software modules enabling integration between disparate systems, sensors, services, and cloud environments. Collaborate with system engineers, sensor specialists, UI developers, cybersecurity teams, and government stakeholders. Drive participation in full lifecycle development including requirements analysis, design, development, integration, testing, deployment, documentation, and support. Architect API-based solutions requiring data transformation, API orchestration, and secure communications between multiple operational technology (OT), IT, and edge systems. Develop software components required for edge compute operations including data ingestion, sensor fusion, event correlation, and metadata packaging. Build and maintain C# services, libraries, and microservices supporting system interoperability. Work with structured and unstructured data using JSON for serialization, data models, event metadata, and system logs. Integrate software with on-premise edge devices, surveillance systems, and operational field technologies. Implement cybersecurity controls in compliance with DHS requirements, including role-based access, encryption, secure protocols, and best-practice hardening techniques. Participate in full lifecycle development including requirements analysis, design, development, integration, testing, deployment, documentation, and support. Collaborate with system engineers, sensor specialists, UI developers, cybersecurity teams, and government stakeholders. Support troubleshooting, system diagnostics, performance optimization, and real-time issue resolution. Contribute to scalability recommendations, architectural improvements, and future system evolution plans.Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Software Architect SME must have:System Integration Development: Proven experience developing system-to-system integrations, middleware services, and multi-platform API-driven solutions. Experience with PureTech and Lattice solutions.API Architecture & Development: Architecting and implementing RESTful APIs, integrating third-party APIs, and designing interface control documents (ICDs).Edge Computing Integration: Experience working with edge devices, distributed compute nodes, IoT/OT systems, or real-time sensor platforms.C# Development: Strong professional experience with C#,.NET/.NET Core, service development, multithreading, and asynchronous programming.JSON Expertise: Extensive experience using JSON for data exchange, serialization, schematization, and API contract design.Cybersecurity Experience: Hands-on experience applying DHS or federal cybersecurity requirementsSecurity clearance level: Secret; CBP BI/Suitability Required US citizenship required Role requirements: 20% travel anticipatedAt GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplaceExplore a career in software development at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation. The likely salary range for this position is $187,000 - $253,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: 10-25% Telecommuting Options: Remote Work Location: Any Location / Remote