SOFTWARE ARCHITECT

Job Description

Igniters operate in the world’s most demanding environment. Igniters are self‑motivated, mission‑driven, and relentless in solving the Warfighters’ hardest problems. We move fast, think differently, and execute with precision to tackle high‑stakes challenges across AI/ML, space and missile defense intelligence, EMSO, advanced analytics, and programmatic domains. As an employee‑owned SDVOSB headquartered in Huntsville, AL, our team delivers mission‑critical impact for the Army, Air Force, Space Force, MDA, NASA, DIA, and FBI.

Role Summary

Ignite is seeking a driven, detail‑oriented Software Architect to join our team in Dayton, OH supporting NASIC. The software architect works with the lead architect to define and guide the implementation coordination of architecture models in a system. The architect engages business and technical teammates to align the direction and architectural approach that delivers value in a system and aligns with the value stream and enterprise architectures. Locations available: Dayton, OH; Huntsville, AL; St. Louis, MO (contingent on contract award).

Primary Duties

• Defines, creates and updates software system architectures and guides its implementation with Software Engineers and Software Developers.
• Analyzes architecture and engineering data to solve complex problems, recommend solutions, and improve products and processes.
• Identifies and defines system architectures that streamline internal development and operations in the team. Creates and documents functional and detailed design architectures.
• Ensures the system is secure, resilient, observable, and able to evolve as new customers and features are added.
• Drives long‑term modernization and technology direction.
• Actively engages with Product Owners and technical teammates to aid in translating customer requirements into system requirements.
• Leads architecture definition and concepts within a system.
• Works closely with Solution Architects and System Engineering, ensuring system architectures align with the value stream architecture.
• Collaborates to define, scope, and refine architecture backlog items.
• Mentors, guides, and coaches Software Engineers and Developers on the practices of system and solution architectures.
• Continuously learns and applies industry best practices on modern software delivery practices. Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to accomplish project and product objectives.

Job Requirements And Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a software architect and/or software engineer
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
• Knowledge of object‑oriented programming languages, including Golang, Java, C++, or Python
• Strong Communication and Organizational Skills
• US Citizenship
• Must have or be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with system modeling and software architecting using MBSE
• Experience with C4 modeling using Structurizr
• Familiarity with Architecture Decision Records (ADR)
• Understanding of zero‑trust architectures and identity and access management systems

Security Clearance Requirements

Must have an active TS/SCI Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline.