26-2300: Systems Architect - Annapolis, MD

Navitas Business Consulting Inc.; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Navitas Business Consulting Inc. seeks a Systems Architect to design and implement scalable, secure enterprise technology solutions, including Drupal-based workflows and API integrations. You will translate business needs into architecture blueprints and guide cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes performance, reliability, security, and interoperability within modern technology environments and requires collaboration with stakeholders and technical leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; three additional years of relevant experience may substitute for the degree.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in systems architecture, software engineering, or related field.
• Experience designing and implementing complex enterprise-level architectures in large tech environments.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Drupal and enterprise integration technologies (APIs, messaging queues, middleware).
• Experience with SharePoint or similar enterprise content platforms is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise-level systems architecture aligned with business objectives and modernization goals.
• Define system requirements, architecture principles, integration standards, and technical design guidelines.
• Architect and support Drupal CMS solutions and their integration with enterprise applications and services.
• Design and implement system integrations using APIs, messaging queues, and middleware.
• Ensure solutions meet scalability, reliability, security, performance, and interoperability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, security teams, and leadership to address architectural risks.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Systems integration

Drupal CMS

API design

Security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Engineering

Tools

Drupal CMS

SharePoint

Middleware

Job description

Systems Architect

Job ID#:26-2300

Location: Annapolis, MD

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 Systems Architect will support the Client’s Digital Experience and Enterprise Content Modernization program by designing and implementing scalable, secure, and reliable enterprise technology solutions. This role will collaborate with business stakeholders, technical teams, and developers to translate business needs into effective system architecture and technical requirements. The Systems Architect will define architecture principles, system standards, integration patterns, and technical roadmaps that support modernization initiatives. The position will lead the design and integration of Drupal-based solutions with enterprise applications, APIs, messaging platforms, and other supporting technologies. The role will ensure system architecture meets performance, scalability, reliability, security, and interoperability requirements. The ideal candidate will bring strong enterprise architecture, systems integration, Drupal, and software engineering expertise within complex technology environments.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Design and implement enterprise-level systems architecture aligned with business objectives, technical requirements, and modernization goals.




• Define system requirements, architecture principles, integration standards, and technical design guidelines across complex application environments.




• Architect and support Drupal CMS solutions, including integration with enterprise applications, services, and supporting platforms.




• Design and implement system integrations using APIs, messaging queues, middleware, and other enterprise integration technologies.




• Ensure architectural solutions meet requirements for scalability, reliability, security, performance, maintainability, and interoperability.




• Collaborate with business stakeholders, developers, infrastructure teams, security teams, and technical leadership to evaluate solutions and resolve architectural risks and dependencies

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field; three additional years of relevant experience may substitute for the degree requirement.




• Minimum of 7 years of experience in systems architecture, software engineering, application architecture, or a related technical field.




• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing complex, enterprise-level systems architecture within large technology environments.




• Strong hands‑on knowledge of Drupal CMS and enterprise integration technologies, including APIs, messaging queues, middleware, and system‑to‑system integrations.




• Experience with SharePoint or similar enterprise content platforms is preferred, along with strong knowledge of scalability, security, reliability, and modern application architecture principles.

The salary range listed reflects our standard market pay structure. Final compensation will be determined based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s unique qualifications, skills required for the position, professional experience, education, and business needs, at the time of hire.

Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources.

Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.