26-1131: Solutions Architect Lead - Herndon, VA

Navitas Business Consulting, Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Navitas Business Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Solutions Architect Lead to drive architecture modernization and establish governance for enterprise platforms in the DC Metro area.

The role leads software and services architecture, defines microservices standards, and mentors teams to deliver AI-enabled, scalable solutions. Applicants should have 10+ years in solution architecture, cloud-native experience (AWS/Azure), and DevSecOps expertise, with a current TS clearance or ability to obtain

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field; Master preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead software and services architecture development.
• Define microservices architecture standards and design patterns.
• Establish platform modernization roadmaps and governance frameworks.
• Design AI-enabled service architectures and orchestration capabilities.
• Develop standards for AI integration within enterprise applications.
• Lead architecture reviews and technical decision-making activities.
• Mentor solution architects and development teams.

Skills

Solution architecture

Enterprise modernization

Leadership

Mentoring teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Data Science

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

Kubernetes (CKA)

Job description

Solutions Architect Lead

Job ID: 26-1131

Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility

Location: DC Metro

Who We Are:

Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.

What We Do:

At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.

What You’ll Do:

The Solutions Architect Lead provides technical leadership for software architecture modernization efforts, establishing standards, governance models, and implementation strategies supporting enterprise platform transformation.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Lead software and services architecture development.
• Define microservices architecture standards and design patterns.
• Establish platform modernization roadmaps and governance frameworks.
• Design AI-enabled service architectures and orchestration capabilities.
• Develop standards for AI integration within enterprise applications.
• Lead architecture reviews and technical decision-making activities.
• Mentor solution architects and development teams.

What You’ll Need

• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field, Master preferred
• 10+ years of solution architecture experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading enterprise modernization initiatives.
• Experience with microservices, cloud-native architectures, and DevSecOps.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance.

Set Yourself Apart With:

• Experience leading large-scale federal technology programs.
• AWS or Azure Solutions Architect certification
• Kubernetes (CKA) certification
• SAFe Architect or equivalent preferred.

Salary Range: $120k - $140k