Principal Software Architect and Development Lead

KBR, Inc; Beavercreek Township (OH); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. seeks a Principal Software Architect and Development Lead to drive design, architecture, and execution of mission-focused software solutions. You will lead development teams, set standards, and guide AI/ML, cloud, and digital transformation efforts across programs.

Required 15+ years of software leadership, strong Python, APIs, CI/CD, and DevSecOps experience, plus the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. This role is based in Beavercreek, OH with minimal travel.

Qualifications

• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 15+ years of software engineering experience.
• Experience leading software development teams or engineering organizations.
• Expertise architecting complex cloud-based and distributed software systems.
• Proficiency in Python.
• Experience with APIs, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps methodologies.
• Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies.
• Experience with database technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead development teams in design, implementation, testing, and deployment of modern software solutions.
• Define and maintain software architecture standards and best practices.
• Lead AI/ML, cloud, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Conduct architecture reviews and code reviews while enforcing software quality standards.
• Mentor software engineers and provide technical guidance across programs.
• Support hiring activities including interviewing, candidate selection, onboarding, and workforce development.
• Partner with leadership to develop and execute software strategy and technology roadmaps.
• Collaborate with customers, program managers, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver mission-focused software capabilities.

Skills

Python

Cloud architectures

Team leadership

CI/CD & DevSecOps

AI/ML technologies

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/Software Eng

Tools

Kubernetes

AWS

AWS GovCloud

APIs

Job description

Title: Principal Software Architect and Development Lead Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country's most critical role - protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

Innovative Projects: KBR's work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead development teams in the design, implementation, testing, and deployment of modern software solutions.
• Define and maintain software architecture standards and best practices.
• Lead AI/ML, cloud, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Conduct architecture reviews and code reviews while enforcing software quality standards.
• Mentor software engineers and provide technical guidance across programs.
• Support hiring activities including interviewing, candidate selection, onboarding, and workforce development.
• Partner with leadership to develop and execute software strategy and technology roadmaps.
• Collaborate with customers, program managers, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver mission-focused software capabilities.

Work Environment:

Location: Beavercreek, OH

Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%

Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications:

• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline
• 15+ years of software engineering experience
• Experience leading software development teams or engineering organizations
• Expertise architecting complex cloud-based and distributed software systems
• Proficiency in Python
• Experience with APIs, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps methodologies
• Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies
• Experience with database technologies

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience as a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Startup company experience AWS and AWS GovCloud expertise
• Kubernetes experience
• Knowledge of FedRAMP and NIST frameworks
• Active Secret security clearance
• Experience supporting DoD or federal government customers

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

KBR - Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People - We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver - We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity - We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what's right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower - We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams - We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.