As a Sr. Solutions Architect II youll drive the design modernization and optimization of enterprise infrastructure across federal programs. This role requires a well-rounded technical leader with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business-focused insights for executives and stakeholders. The ideal candidate combines deep infrastructure cloud and data expertise with working knowledge of application development DevOps and VDI environments ensuring holistic mission-aligned solutions with the goal to make an impact across the federal government.
We know that you cant have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.
If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us then check out the job description below!
What youll do:
- Strategic Architecture & Communication:
- Translate technical jargon into digestible language for customers executives and mission partners.
- Develop and present technology roadmaps that align with strategic objectives and anticipate emerging needs.
- Evaluate and integrate new technologies (AI automation cloud modernization collaboration platforms) to enhance operational capabilities.
- Lead vendor and partner management ensuring quality delivery and alignment with performance objectives.
- Advise leadership on modernization priorities risk posture and long-term technical direction.
- Infrastructure & Cloud Modernization:
- Architect and execute end-to-end infrastructure solutions across on-prem cloud and hybrid environments.
- Lead cloud migration and transformation initiatives (Azure AWS GovCloud) with emphasis on scalability cost optimization and resilience.
- Implement continuous optimization frameworks to align services with evolving customer missions.
- Oversee performance compliance and disaster-recovery planning across infrastructure platforms.
- Cross-Domain Integration:
- Collaborate with application development teams to ensure infrastructure supports modern app frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
- Partner with DevOps engineers to automate deployments monitoring and patching using Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform Ansible PowerShell).
- Support VDI and collaboration systems to ensure secure high-availability communications across mission environments.
- Data & Analytics Enablement:
- Design and optimize enterprise data environments leveraging Azure Data Lake Databricks Snowflake AWS Redshift and Cribl.
- Enable analytics and AI readiness through secure scalable and well-governed data architectures.
- Align infrastructure modernization with enterprise data strategy and mission analytics objectives.
- Execution & Delivery:
- Lead cross-functional technical teams to deliver on-time high-impact modernization projects.
- Establish and enforce governance frameworks standards and best practices.
- Drive measurable outcomes focused on performance cost savings and mission enablement.
What youll need to succeed:
- Active Secret clearance (TS eligibility preferred).
- 810 years of combined experience in:
- IT program or project management
- Application development or DevOps project oversight
- Infrastructure and cloud architecture
- Strong understanding of Agile Scrum SAFe modern SDLC DevOps pipelines and CI/CD.
- Proven experience translating complex technical concepts for senior leadership.
- Excellent communication leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Technical Expertise.
- Hands-on or architectural experience in:
- Cloud Platforms: Azure AWS GovCloud hybrid cloud architectures
- Automation / IaC: Terraform Ansible PowerShell DSC CloudFormation ARM
- DevOps & App Support: Jenkins GitLab containerization API integration
SALARY RANGE: $151000 - $170000
The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications skills and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:
- The candidates professional background and relevant work experience
- The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs
- Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation
- This role is also eligible for additional compensation subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar which may include:
- Performance-based bonuses
- Company-paid training and/or certifications
- Referral bonuses
To apply for this position please submit your resume via the form below or through our careers page: Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.
Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.
Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:
- Health dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Parental Leave and dependent care
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
Like we said we are big fans of our people. Thats why we offer a generous benefits package professional growth and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus check out our accolades.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex race ethnicity age national origin citizenship religion physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information pregnancy family structure marital status ancestry domestic partner status sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran or military status status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal state local or international law.
What we want you to know:
In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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