Software Systems Architect
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$ 130037 - 221063
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Job Description
Title: Software Systems Architect
The Work
The Software Systems Architect leads the end-to-end development of a standalone sub-system. This includes overseeing the setup and use of CI/CD DevOps tools managing technical metrics and ensuring scalability and resilience in system design. The role requires working from partially complete requirements and partnering with project leadership and analysts to finalize design direction.
Job Location: This is a fully remote position; however the role is tied to the Washington DC Metro area due to team requirements. Occasional in-person meetings may be required. An in-person interview will be required and candidates must reside within 50 miles of the Washington DC Metro Area to be considered.
This position requires that the job be performed in the United States. If you accept this position note that ICF monitors employee work locations blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses and prohibits personal VPN connections.
What You Will Do:
Lead the design and development of standalone sub-systems from concept to deployment.
Collaborate with analysts and project leadership to clarify requirements and finalize design direction.
Set up and manage CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools to ensure smooth development workflows.
Monitor system metrics and resolve issues related to scalability performance and resilience.
Communicate technical decisions and trade-offs to clients and stakeholders.
Mentor junior developers and manage dependencies across teams.
Conduct estimations sequence development tasks and present technical details to leadership.
What You Will Bring With You:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related field.
At least 7 years of experience in software development and architecture.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust
MUST RESIDE IN THE United States (U.S.) and the work MUST BE PERFORMED in the United States (U.S.) as this work is for a federal contract and laws do apply
What We Would Like You To Bring With You: Preferred Qualifications (These are nice to haves)
Proven experience leading development teams and managing sub-system architecture.
Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts.
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS Azure GCP).
Proficiency in modern programming languages (e.g. Java Python C#).
Experience working in Agile environments.
Familiarity with containerization tools (e.g. Docker Kubernetes).
Prior experience in government or enterprise-level projects.
Certifications in cloud architecture or DevOps (e.g. AWS Certified Solutions Architect).
Professional Skills:
Highly effective analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively at all levels of the business.
Organized detailed oriented and able to prioritize and multi-task.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information please read ourEEOpolicy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodationplease emailand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentto provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrightsor our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.
At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$130037.00 - $221063.00DC Remote Office (DC99)Employment Type
Full-Time
