Lead Software Architect

Constellation Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) contribution

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid time off

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Work-life balance

Job summary

Constellation Inc. seeks a Lead Software Architect to own end-to-end technical delivery across automation and full-stack initiatives in hybrid Washington, DC. You will guide architecture, direct workstreams, and ensure scalable, secure solutions for client missions.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in software engineering or solution architecture, with React and Java/Spring, cloud delivery (AWS/Azure), strong leadership, and excellent client-facing communication. DOE/clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, technical delivery, or solution architecture.
• Experience with React frontend and Java/Spring backend or similar.
• Experience delivering cloud-based (AWS/Azure) solutions.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and mentoring.
• Strong client-facing communication and decision-making.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs, React component design and secure development.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (or equivalent).
• U.S. citizen able to pass background; DHS/DoD clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide architectural oversight across full-stack teams.
• Translate requirements into scalable technical designs.
• Engage with stakeholders as primary technical interface.
• Oversee delivery across technical workstreams and manage risks.

Skills

React

Spring Boot

Python

AWS/Azure

RESTful APIs

Technical Leadership

Client-facing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Job description

Pay: $155,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year

Job Description: Lead Software Architect

Constellation is seeking a Lead Software Architect to provide end-to-end ownership of technical product delivery across automation and full-stack development initiatives. This role is responsible for guiding architecture, directing engineering workstreams, and ensuring solutions align with client mission needs and program objectives. The Lead Architect works closely with developers and stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions, oversee execution across React/Spring Boot web-based applications and Python data/ETL processes, and drive informed decision-making throughout the delivery lifecycle. This position serves as the primary technical authority in client engagements, providing clear direction, presenting solutions, and ensuring delivery quality, performance, and accountability across teams.

Core Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership: Provide architectural oversight and technical direction across teams developing full-stack applications (React, Spring Boot) and Python-based automations. Validate engineering approaches, enforce best practices, and ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and maintainable.
• Solution Architecture: Translate complex client requirements into clear, actionable technical designs. Lead solutioning sessions and define system architecture and automated processes in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Client Engagement: Serve as the primary technical interface with stakeholders. Present solutions, guide decision-making, and manage trade-offs to ensure alignment with mission and program objectives.
• Delivery Oversight: Oversee execution across technical workstreams, managing priorities, risks, and escalations. Identify and resolve technical challenges early to maintain delivery timelines and quality.

The ideal candidate must have the following experience, background, and credentials:

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, technical delivery, or solution architecture with proven experience in front-end development using React and backend ecosystems such as Java/Spring or similar enterprise-grade languages.
• Proven experience leading system architecture and delivering scalable, cloud-based (AWS/Azure) solutions, as well as leading teams delivering web applications and/or automations.
• Experience overseeing cross-functional engineering teams (backend, frontend, data), including providing mentorship and guidance to team members on code reviews and design approach.
• Strong client-facing skills, including presenting technical solutions and driving decision-making
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, React component design and common component libraries, and secure web development practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Be a U.S. citizen able to pass a background investigation by the client agency. DHS clearance with CBP/ICE, or DoD Top-Secret preferred.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience supporting federal programs or working in regulated environments
• Background in product ownership or technical product management.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Hybrid (Washington, DC)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) contribution
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time off
• Professional development
• Employee assistance program
• Work-life balance

Application Question(s):

• This position requires U.S. citizenship. Are you a U.S. citizen currently residing in the U.S?
• Do you hold a DHS or DOD clearance?