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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Architect - **Company:** Marathon TS Inc - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $26,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Information Systems, Interoperability, Scrum Methodology, Software Architecture, Software Maintenance, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology, Data Management, 3-tier Architectures, Multiplatform, Devsecops - **Published:** July 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9020914/software-architect ## About the Role This role requires strong technical leadership, the ability to evaluate emerging technologies, and experience guiding development teams through the full software development lifecycle., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience). Experience * Minimum 5 years of relevant software architecture or software engineering experience. * Experience designing enterprise-level software solutions. * Experience with systems integration and multi-platform environments. * Experience leading technical design efforts and supporting software development teams. * Strong understanding of modern software architecture principles and software development methodologies. Required Certifications Candidates must possess a relevant technical certification from a nationally recognized certification authority. Examples include, but are not limited to: * Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE): Core Infrastructure * Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE): Data Management and Analytics * Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) * Equivalent industry-recognized technical certification Security Requirements * Active Secret Security Clearance is required. * Must possess IT-II / Tier 3 (Moderate Risk) eligibility, including one of the following at the time of proposal submission: + Current Tier 3 Investigation + NACLC + ANACI + Equivalent National Agency Check with Local Agency Check and Credit Check (NACLC) Preferred Qualifications * Experience supporting Federal Government or Department of Defense (DoD) programs. * Experience designing cloud-based or hybrid software architectures. * Knowledge of Agile and DevSecOps development methodologies. * Strong communication and technical leadership skills. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Software Architect to lead the design and development of enterprise software solutions supporting mission-critical government programs. 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