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# Technical Lead (.Net) (6759)

- **Company:** MetroStar Systems
- **Location:** Reston, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** .NET Framework, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Microsoft SQL Server, Networking Basics, Scrum Methodology, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Enterprise Application Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/technical-lead-dot-net-6759-reston-va-usa-58911420

## About the Role

teams integration planning, and technology decision-making * Collaborate with developers, business analysts, infrastructure teams, and vendors to ensure solutions meet business objectives * Evaluate vendor offerings, implementation approaches, and platform capabilities to reduce risk and maximize value * Identify opportunities to modernize applications, improve processes, and streamline operations through technology * Provide technical leadership across application, integration, infrastructure, security, and data initiatives * Translate complex technical concepts into actionable recommendations for business stakeholders and executive leadership * Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on technology strategy, solution selection, and enterprise modernization efforts Tasks * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline * 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, supporting, or modernizing enterprise technology solutions *
3+ years in a Technical Lead/SME/Solutions Lead role responsible for guiding technical direction and influencing business outcomes * Experience evaluating business requirements, identifying risks, and recommending technology solutions aligned with goals * Strong understanding of enterprise application architecture, systems integration, networking fundamentals, security concepts, and data flow * Experience partnering with executives, stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams to assess options and drive decisions * Ability to evaluate technology investments based on cost, scalability, maintainability, risk, vendor lock-in, and long-term impact * Experience facilitating technical discussions across software development, infrastructure, cybersecurity, networking, and third-party providers * Strong understanding of Microsoft ecosystems (including .NET, SQL Server, APIs, cloud services, and enterprise integration patterns) * Experience translating complex business challenges into practical aaaaaa
and solutions and communicating to technical and non-technical audiences * Proven ability to ask discovery questions, challenge assumptions, and develop strategic recommendations * Experience in Agile environments collaborating with BAs, Scrum Masters, developers, QA, and infrastructure teams * Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive briefings, technical recommendations, white papers, and strategy documents Key requirements * Health, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) retirement plan with company match * PTO and holidays * Parental leave and dependent care * Flexible work arrangements * Professional development opportunities

## Description

Experteer Overview In this Technical Lead role, you partner with executive leadership to evaluate technology investments and modernization opportunities, shaping strategies that balance cost, risk, and long-term value. You guide cross-functional teams through solution design and architecture decisions, translating complex concepts for executive and operational stakeholders. You act as a trusted advisor on enterprise modernization, vendor options, and integration across platforms. This position emphasizes people-centric collaboration and impactful technology leadership to drive business outcomes. Compensation / Benefits * Partner with executive leadership to evaluate technology investments, modernization opportunities, and business priorities * Assess technical and business impacts of proposed solutions and recommend the best path forward * Develop architecture recommendations, technical strategies, white papers, and executive briefings * Guide cross-functional teams through solution design, integration planning, and technology decision-making * Collaborate with developers, business analysts, infrastructure teams, and vendors to ensure solutions meet business objectives * Evaluate vendor offerings, implementation approaches, and platform capabilities to reduce risk and maximize value * Identify opportunities to modernize applications, improve processes, and streamline operations through technology * Provide technical leadership across application, integration, infrastructure, security, and data initiatives * Translate complex technical concepts into actionable recommendations for business stakeholders and executive leadership * Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on technology strategy, solution selection, and enterprise modernization efforts Tasks * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline * 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, supporting, or modernizing enterprise technology solutions * 3+ years in a Technical Lead/SME/Solutions Lead role responsible for guiding technical direction and influencing business outcomes * Experience evaluating business requirements, identifying risks, and recommending technology solutions aligned with goals * Strong understanding of enterprise application architecture, systems integration, networking fundamentals, security concepts, and data flow * Experience partnering with executives, stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams to assess options and drive decisions * Ability to evaluate technology investments based on cost, scalability, maintainability, risk, vendor lock-in, and long-term impact * Experience facilitating technical discussions across software development, infrastructure, cybersecurity, networking, and third-party providers * Strong understanding of Microsoft ecosystems (including .NET, SQL Server, APIs, cloud services, and enterprise integration patterns) * Experience translating complex business challenges into practical technical solutions and communicating to technical and non-technical audiences * Proven ability to ask discovery questions, challenge assumptions, and develop strategic recommendations * Experience in Agile environments collaborating with BAs, Scrum Masters, developers, QA, and infrastructure teams * Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive briefings, technical recommendations, white papers, and strategy documents Key requirements * Health, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) retirement plan with company match * PTO and holidays * Parental leave and dependent care * Flexible work arrangements * Professional development opportunities


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