Senior Software Architect

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama.

📋 Description

• Oversee the architectural design and technical execution of scalable, maintainable, reliable, and secure software solutions utilizing open-standard technologies.

• Create and sustain software solutions by employing contemporary Java enterprise development methodologies and industry-standard frameworks.

• Design, develop, test, and uphold clean, efficient, secure source code within Government-managed Git repositories.

• Offer technical leadership and direction to software development teams, advocating best practices in architecture, coding standards, and secure development.

• Engage in and conduct mandatory peer code reviews to guarantee software quality, maintainability, and compliance with established standards.

• Ensure that software adheres to automated quality and security standards through continuous integration, automated testing, and Static Application Security Testing (SAST).

• Analyze and address software vulnerabilities, ensuring all new Blocker, Critical, and High-security findings are resolved before task completion.

• Identify, assess, and implement technical debt remediation initiatives based on Government priorities.

• Maintain and enhance software quality metrics, including: a minimum of 90% automated test coverage for new code, an overall SonarQube code quality rating of "A", and inline documentation for at least 90% of individual methods using tool-compatible formats.

• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to guarantee compliance with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) requirements.

• Investigate, prototype, and assess emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML), low-code/no-code platforms, and AI-assisted software development tools.

• Guide software engineers and encourage the adoption of modern development practices, tools, and technologies.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing software quality, performance, security, and mission effectiveness.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

• At least 7 years of experience in developing Java enterprise applications.

• Extensive experience in: Java enterprise application development, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and Microservices architectures.

• Proficient in software quality and security tools, including: SonarQube, GitLab CI/CD, and Static Application Security and Testing (SAST) tools.

• Experience in developing secure software solutions within a DevSecOps environment.

• Knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA standards.

• Experience in supporting DoD cybersecurity requirements, including Risk Management Framework (RMF) and STIG compliance.

• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, secure coding practices, and contemporary development methodologies.

• Active Secret Security Clearance.

• **Preferred Qualifications**

• Experience in supporting DoD software modernization programs.

• Experience with U.S. Air Force or other DoD mission applications.

• Proven experience integrating artificial intelligence/machine learning capabilities into software solutions.

• Experience utilizing AI-assisted development tools to enhance software engineering efficiency.

• Familiarity with cloud-native architectures and DevSecOps practices.

• Experience mentoring and leading software engineering teams.

• Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies and Scrum practices.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) – Take pride in being an employee-owner with an annual employer contribution (per plan guidelines).

• 401k plan with Roth option.

• Eligibility for employer matching contributions.

• Immediate vesting.

• Paid time off.

• Holidays – 11 paid holidays each year.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.

• Company-paid Life & AD&D insurance plan.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Wellness Resources.

• Company-funded training and development program.

• Voluntary benefits include:

• Life & AD&D Insurance for employees, spouses, and children.

• Short-term and long-term disability (per plan guidelines).

• Legal Shield and Identity Theft protection plans.

• Pet Insurance.