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# Software Architect Lead

- **Company:** Nabout Leidos
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $131,300 - $237,350
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Application Integration Architecture, Systems Engineering, Cloud Engineering, Computer Engineering, Data Integration, Distributed Systems, Software Architecture, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Integration, HybridCloud, Build Management, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Cyber Warfare, Devsecops, Docker
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/393527/software-architect-lead-texas-tx-san-antonio

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered. \n
 * Significant experience in software architecture, software engineering, systems integration, application engineering, or development of complex enterprise or mission systems. \n
 * Demonstrated experience leading and managing technical teams. \n
 * Strong understanding of modern software architecture, distributed systems, APIs, data integration, and application integration. \n
 * Experience with Agile software engineering and DevSecOps environments. \n
 * Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated build and deployment processes, and software release practices. \n
 * Working knowledge of containerized applications and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. \n
 * Understanding of secure software development, application hardening, authentication, authorization, and identity integration. \n
 * Ability to evaluate complex technical problems, identify tradeoffs and dependencies, and develop practical engineering solutions. \n
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with engineers, program leadership, customers, and other stakeholders. \n
 * Active DoD Secret Security Clearance, and the ability to Obtain TS/SCI. \n, * Experience supporting Department of Defense, defensive cyber operations, mission systems, or other highly regulated environments. \n
 * Experience with C2 applications, SIEM/SOAR platforms, cyber mission applications, or data analytics capabilities. \n
 * Experience integrating COTS, GOTS, FOSS, and custom-developed software. \n
 * Experience with hybrid-cloud and cloud-native architectures. \n
 * Experience with Infrastructure as Code, Configuration as Code, automated provisioning, or software supply-chain security. \n
 * Understanding of DoD RMF, Zero Trust, STIG/SRG requirements, and cybersecurity authorization processes. \n
 * Experience supporting System Integration Lab, Developmental Test, Operational Test, or User Acceptance Test environments. \n

## Description

The Software Architect Lead serves as the senior technical authority and people leader for the software domain supporting the Integrated Defensive Cyberspace System (IDCS). The position is responsible for the architecture, integration, technical direction, and engineering leadership of the software capabilities that make up the delivered mission solution.