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# Software Architect

- **Company:** The Finch
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $165,000.0 - $260,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Architectural Patterns, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Data Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Network Architecture, Software Systems, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, Information Technology, Api Design, Microservices
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/software-architect-509977021

## About the Role

* Demonstrated experience architecting complex, distributed software systems.
 * Strong background in software design patterns, API design, and data architecture.
 * Experience with cloud-native and/or on-premise/classified network architectures.
 * Experience supporting missions for DoW, DHS, FBI, or another national security agency.
 * Willingness to work onsite in the DC metro area as required.

Preferred Skills

 * Experience with microservices, event-driven architecture, and containerization.
 * Familiarity with DoD/IC Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
 * Cloud architecture certification (AWS or Azure Solutions Architect).
 * Experience leading technical teams on federal programs.

Education and Work Experience

6-15 years of relevant experience, with placement (Senior or Lead Architect) commensurate with demonstrated experience. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred; Master's a plus. Equivalent

professional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

## Description

* Define and own the technical architecture for mission software systems, ensuring scalability, security, and maintainability.
 * Translate mission and business requirements into system designs and technical roadmaps.
 * Establish coding standards, architectural patterns, and technology selection guidance across engineering teams.
 * Conduct architecture reviews and provide technical mentorship to engineering staff.
 * Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and tools.
 * Partner with government stakeholders and program leadership on technical strategy.
 * Ensure designs meet applicable security, compliance, and accreditation requirements (e.g., RMF, ATO).