Principal Solutions Architect: Strategic IT Solutions

MAXIMUS; Bozeman (MT); Remote; USD 188,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

MAXIMUS is seeking a senior solutions architect in the United States to design scalable government IT solutions and lead cross‑functional teams through complex initiatives. The role emphasizes collaboration with business leaders, customers, and delivery teams to ensure alignment with customer needs and compliance requirements.

The position requires a strong background in government proposals, competitive analysis, and technical leadership across cloud, AI/ML, and cybersecurity domains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of technical IT experience including solution development.
• Experience with government IT landscape and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, extensible solutions for government initiatives.
• Lead solution components and provide technical guidance across teams.
• Support RFIs, RFPs and RFQs with whitepapers and concept development.
• Mentor junior architects and collaborate with capture managers to shape opportunities pre‑RFP.

Skills

Govt IT compliance

Estimation techniques

Security standards

Proposal processes

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

MAXIMUS is seeking a senior solutions architect in the United States to design scalable government IT solutions and lead cross‑functional teams through complex initiatives. The role emphasizes collaboration with business leaders, customers, and delivery teams to ensure alignment with customer needs and compliance requirements.

The position requires a strong background in government proposals, competitive analysis, and technical leadership across cloud, AI/ML, and cybersecurity domains.