Solutions Architect Journeyman

The role of a Solutions Architect involves designing and implementing technical solutions that address business challenges. The Solution Architect will drive, develop, maintain, and coordinate application and solution architecture strategy.  They will contribute to new standards for user experience, modern design, and forward thinking toward next generation software solutions. Working under the guidance of senior architects, you will analyze requirements, design system architectures, and integrate components to meet project objectives. This role focuses on understanding client needs, evaluating technologies, and recommending solutions that enhance system performance and scalability.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive IT solutions that align with business objectives and technical requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and define the solution architecture.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and tools to meet project needs.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight during the implementation of solutions.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and compliant with industry standards.
• Plan/executes application releases through Production/Pre-production.
• Leads solution and technical design efforts to enable project enhancements.
• Conducts research and troubleshoots complex technical challenges.
• Performs hands-on advanced technical development work as required.
• Develop and maintain documentation of the solution architecture, including system diagrams and technical specifications.
• Conduct reviews and assessments of existing systems to identify areas for improvement.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to inform solution design.
• Collaborates with client and external stakeholders to guide the technical direction of the software delivery teams.
• Leads solution and technical design efforts to enable enhancements.
• Conducts research and troubleshoots complex technical challenges.
• Assists with estimating level of effort for completing requested features and capabilities.
• Performs hands-on advanced technical development work as required.
• Guides Software Delivery Best Practices (Agile, UX, DevSecOps, CI/CD, TDD, etc.)
• Provides oversight and assists with development of technical documentation in each sprint.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Solution Architect or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of solution architecture frameworks and best practices.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing complex IT solutions.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and enterprise software.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Certifications: TOGAF, AWS/Azure Solution Architect Certified, Power Platform Fundamentals, ESRI Foundation, ICP, SAFe SA

• Experience With: Agile Software Development, Architecture (Application, Solution, Infrastructure, Business, Cloud, Security), Cloud Technologies - IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, Geospatial Technologies, MS SQL, PostgreSQL, DevSecOps, BizDevOps, CI/CD Pipelines, AWS Tools & Services, GitHub, Azure Dev Ops, Chrome/Edge/MS Office, SoapUI, Selenium, SonarQube

Preferred

• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) are a plus.

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Perks of working at NetImpact Strategies

• Your health comes first – we offer comprehensive medical, dental, & vision insurance that starts the first of the month after you join the team
• Invest in your future – 401(k) Plan – Immediately vested employer contributions; no matching required
• Work hard, play hard – we offer a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy and observe ALL ten (10) federal holidays
• Pawsitively pawesome – Pet Insurance (because our little critters are part of our families, too!)
• Invest in your education – Tuition reimbursement, internal training programs, & company-sponsored industry certifications
• Be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment recently ranked by The Washington Post as a Top Work Place in 2019, 2020, & 2022!
• Have fun and celebrate and give back – Team building activities, community volunteering, quarterly HQ days, & an offsite annual awards banquet

ABOUT US

NetImpact Strategies Inc. (NetImpact) has been a Trusted Advisor driving impact through digital transformation for the Federal Government for over a decade. We solve complex problems with innovation and agility to create meaningful, transformative, and enduring change. As Trusted Advisors, NetImpact professionals partner with customer agencies to deliver solutions that empower them to not only meet their missions but also realize their strategic vision through agile, outcome-focused solutions addressing both strategic and tactical requirements. We design and implement comprehensive, tailored solutions that are both mindful of the client's culture and organizational dynamics. NetImpact’s core values and commitment to a customer and results-oriented delivery approach has propelled our growth and enabled us to deliver impactful value across Strategic Consulting, Process Automation, Cloud, DevSecOps, Data and Analytics, and Cyber Security for the Federal Government.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTE

NetImpact Strategies is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended (“ADA”), and applicable state and local laws. It is NetImpact’s policy not to discriminate against any qualified person or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual’s disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, NetImpact will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made NetImpact aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause undue hardship to NetImpact. If you are an applicant and need reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within NetImpact, or request reasonable accommodation to utilize NetImpact’s online employment application, please contact careers@netimpactstrategies.com.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NetImpact is committed to the development of a creative, diverse, and inclusive work environment. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at NetImpact will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. NetImpact does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local laws (referred to as "protected status").