> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1846467-expert-software-systems-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1846467-expert-software-systems-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Expert Software Systems Architect - **Company:** Strategic Inc - **Location:** Springfield, VA, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Geographic Information Systems, Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, ArcGIS (Software), C++ (Programming Language), Collaborative Software, Databases, Computer Engineering, Spatial Databases, Geospatial Intelligence, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), R (Programming Language), Hardware Design, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Open Source Technology, Quantum GIS (QGIS), Software Tools, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Scripting, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation, Lidar, Surface Modeling - **Published:** July 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9013272/expert-software-systems-architect ## About the Role * Active Secret Clearance. * A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Geography, Remote Sensing, Computer Science or related discipline. * 20+ years of experience in a related field (GIS Production, GEOINT, Geospatial Systems Engineering, Modeling and Simulation, etc.). * Experience in developing software with C++. * Experience working with Digital Surface Models, LIDAR and Aerial Imagery to collect and compile data into structured databases. * Experience with collaborative software tools. * Experience supporting software tools across multiple operating systems and compute environments. * Ability to develop and present effective technical presentations. * Experience in Microsoft Office applications, graphic/visual diagram editing. * Ability to develop and maintain individual milestones and schedules to meet program objectives. * Experience with Esri ArcGIS Software. * Familiarity working with LiDAR Point Clouds, Digital Elevation Models (DEM) and other 3D data sources. * Experience deriving 3D terrain surfaces from varying levels of detail and accuracy. * Familiarity with 3D terrain formats. Desired: * Active Top Secret Clearance/SCI * Familiarity with QGIS. * Familiarity with industry and open-source geospatial data schemas and formats (Ex. Shapefiles, Geodatabase, GeoPackage, OSM, XML, JSON, GeoJSON, etc.). * Production process automation and enhancement. * Scripting for data translation and process automation (Ex. Python, R, JavaScript, SQL, etc.). ## Description Strategic ACI is seeking an Expert Software Systems Architect to join our team. Strategic ACI provides specialized systems engineering, integration, testing, and data production support to the US Army Corps of Engineers, Engineer Research Development Center (ERDC), and Geospatial Research Laboratory (GRL). The work involves leading a software team that is designing, developing, curating, and testing Vision-Based Navigation (VBN) methods for mounted US Army applications., * Coordinate with Government stakeholders to understand priorities and timelines. * Work with Program Management Staff to develop project and sprint schedules and milestones, and direct tasking across a project team to meet project objectives. * Organize and task 5-8 team members from government, industry, and academia with objectives, and provide organization, support, and technical advice. * Utilize knowledge and skills in software design and development, GIS and remote sensing applications for digital image and GIS processing, analysis, visualization. * Integrate and disseminate software tools for use across Army and other DoD/DoW systems and architectures. * Work with GRL, ERDC Laboratories, Army Portfolio Acquisition Executives (PAEs) and Capability Program Executives (CPEs) to understand existing positioning requirements. * Apply software design, collaborative tools, understanding of computational architectures, hardware integration, and Agile methods to solve complex challenges related to assured positioning and navigation within GPS denied environments. ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [How to develop an autonomous car end-to-end: Robotic Drive and the mobility revolution](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/22-how-to-develop-an-autonomous-car-end-to-end-robotic-drive-and-the-mobility-revolution) - [JavaScript? No. Java Scripts! - Scripting with Java](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2094-javascript-no-java-scripts-scripting-with-java) - [Intermediate Bitcoin Script](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/25-intermediate-bitcoin-script) - [Introducing JSON Structure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100219-introducing-json-structure) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree)