Solutions Architect

Job Description – Solutions Architect (Java/AWS/DevOps)

Position Title: Solutions Architect – Java, AWS & DevOps Focus

Location: Sterling, VA(Onsite attendance every Wednesday is mandatory.)

Clearance: US citizenship is required to obtain clearance

Role Overview

As a Solutions Architect, you will design, implement, and oversee enterprise-scale solutions leveraging Java-based applications, AWS cloud services, and DevOps practices. You will ensure architectures are secure, scalable, and compliant with federal regulations, while enabling modernization and digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Architecture & Design
• Develop Java-based microservices and enterprise applications.
• Architect cloud-native solutions on AWS GovCloud or other federal-approved platforms.
• Define secure API integrations, data flows, and system interoperability.
• DevOps Enablement
• Establish and manage CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD).
• Implement containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Apply Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation) for repeatable deployments.
• Security & Compliance
• Ensure adherence to NIST, FedRAMP, and FISMA standards.
• Implement IAM policies, encryption, and monitoring solutions.
• Integrate logging and observability tools (ELK, Prometheus, Grafana).
• Collaboration & Leadership
• Partner with federal stakeholders to align mission needs with technical solutions.
• Mentor engineering teams on Java, AWS, and DevOps best practices.
• Lead disaster recovery planning and business continuity strategies.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 15 years of IT experience, with at least 10 years in Java development, AWS cloud, and DevOps architecture.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong expertise in Java frameworks (Spring Boot, Hibernate).
• Deep knowledge of AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, CloudFormation).
• Proficiency in DevOps tools: Jenkins, GitLab, Docker, Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with federal compliance frameworks (NIST 800-53, FedRAMP).
• Soft Skills:
• Strong communication skills for engaging with federal stakeholders.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage mission-critical projects.

Preferred Certifications

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
• Oracle Certified Professional: Java SE
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
• Security certifications (CISSP, CISM)

Pay: From $140,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sterling, VA 20165