Missile Defense Systems Architect, Senior

• 10+ years of experience developing sof tware architectures, Agile met hodologies planning, and executing system integration of complex systems
• 5+ years of experience with the design, development, testing, or analysis of Missile Defense Weapon s Systems or Fire Control Systems
• Experience supporting overall engineering integration of systems engineering and integration efforts for the DoD, government agencies, or commer cia l programs
• Experience with containerization and orchestration using tools such as Kubernetes and Agile met hodologies, or the sof tware development lifecycle ( SDLC )
• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining sof tware messaging bus systems using protocols and frameworks such as Java Message Service ( JMS ) , Zenoh, MQTT, gRPC, or Protocol Buffers ( ProtoBuf )
• Experience developing sof tware within an Agile framework and DevSecOps infrastructure as part of a Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment ( CI / CD ) pipeline
• Knowledge of Systems Modeling Language ( SysML ) , DoD Architecture Framework ( DoDAF ) , Unified Architecture Framework ( UAF ) , Zero T rus t principles, and cybersecurity frameworks
• Ability to effectively lead a cross-functional team, and demonstrate initiative to complete complex tasks to achieve program goals in a fast-paced environment
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with OPIR or Missile Warning Operations
• Experience architecting and implementing cloud-based solutions and cloud-based development to enable scalable, efficient, and reliable systems
• Experience with risk assessments and threat modeling techniques
• Experience with code quality and static analysis tools such as SonarQube, Clippy, cargo-deny, or cargo-audit
• Experience with secure coding practices and vulnerability remediation
• Knowledge of DoD 5000.01 or 5000.02
• Ability to display a personal or professional GitHub profile demonstrating projects
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master's degree

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At a certain point, sof tware design can start to look like clairvoyance. You've developed so many organization-wide sof tware architectures that you can not only orchestrate the best solution for any technical challenge, but you can also anticipate future concerns. That's because you're a sof tware architect with a background in mission-critical operations and expertise in modern sof tware development ecosystems. At Booz Allen, you can use those skills to work in a complex and dynamic environment to improve the sof tware technology supporting national defense capabilities. On our team, you'll translate external interfaces and operational needs into resilient, scalable, and secure technical solutions. You'll use the latest sof tware control systems to design an effective sof tware architecture. Your technical expertise will be vital as you lead the building of a sof tware prototype solution using Agile development. In this role, you'll directly impact national defense by providing system architecture that drives modernization, interoperability, and long-term sustainability. With your advanced technical expertise, mentoring, and opportunities to learn new tools and skills, you'll guide a team that develops the best solutions for our customers. Join us. The world can't wait., AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided. Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings. * Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility. * Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility. * Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.