SW & Data Architect - Enterprise Software & Data Architecture

ResponsibilitiesShape the Future of America’s Skies with PeratonJoin Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA’s Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton delivers the mission-critical systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe, secure, and connected.We’re seeking innovative professionals who thrive in high-impact, mission-driven environments and are excited to help transform the future of air traffic management. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the world’s most vital transportation infrastructures while collaborating with leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.At Peraton, you won’t just support the mission—you’ll help define it.SW & Data Architect — Enterprise Software & Data ArchitectureLocation: Herndon, VA Defines enterprise software architecture standards, ICD governance, DevSecOps pipeline architecture, cloud modernization patterns, data governance frameworks, and data integration architecture for BNATCS.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine enterprise ICD templates, authoring standards, and interface registry governanceEstablish CI/CD pipeline reference architecture — build, test, security scan, deployment stagesEnforce DO-178C software safety compliance for safety-critical NAS systemsDefine cloud reference architecture for BNATCS — AWS GovCloud/Azure Government patternsProduce architecture baselines, ADRs, and software architecture artifacts for current active applicable NEEDS package systemsCoordinate DevSecOps pipeline standards with security gates (SAST/DAST)Define enterprise data governance policy framework — data ownership, stewardship, quality standards, lifecycle managementDevelop canonical data models (conceptual, logical, physical) and enforce naming conventions across domain teamsDesign data integration patterns (ETL/ELT, streaming, event-driven) for cross-package data flowsEnforce aviation data exchange format compliance (SWIM, FIXM, AIXM) across domain teamsProduce data architecture artifacts for current active applicable NEEDS package systems — data dictionaries, metadata catalogs, data flow diagramsSupport procurement trade studies with software and data architecture evaluation criteria#BNATC#LSI2QualificationsRequired QualificationsBS/MS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, or related fieldMinimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.US Citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain a public trust clearance.Proficiency in distributed systems, microservices, API design, and cloud-native patternsExperience with DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and container orchestration (Docker/Kubernetes)Knowledge of DO-178C software safety standards preferredExperience with data modeling tools and methodologies (ERwin, Sparx EA, or equivalent)Experience with data governance frameworks and master data managementKnowledge of cloud data architecture patterns (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government)Experience with ICD authoring and interface management for complex systemsFAA or DoD software/data architecture experience preferredPreferred Qualifications:Experience architecting software for real-time systems, low-latency processing, or high-availability environmentsBackground in data architecture and data integration — ETL/ELT pipelines, data lakes, streaming analytics — within an integration contextFamiliarity with network and transport layer considerations (SD-WAN, secure transport) that affect distributed software system designExperience with AIOps, observability platforms (Splunk, Datadog, ELK, Prometheus/Grafana), and application performance management (APM)Hands-on experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) or architecture modeling tools (Cameo, Sparx EA, Archi)ITIL certification and experience aligning software delivery with ITSM processesRelevant certifications such as Certified Software Architecture Professional (CSAP).#BNATCS Peraton OverviewPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.Target Salary Range$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Job SummaryRequisition ID: 2026-165823Position Category: Information TechnologyClearance: Public Trust