Senior Software/Cloud Architect

PingWind, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Federal Holidays

Health & Dental Insurance Options

401k with matching

Paid vacation and sick leave

Continuing education assistance

Disability & Life Insurance

EAP Guidance Resources

Job summary

PingWind, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Software/Cloud Architect to design enterprise-scale cloud and software solutions, providing technical leadership in cloud architecture, software design, system integration, and security across cloud and hybrid environments.

The role collaborates with stakeholders, development and operations teams to set architecture standards, drive modernization, and ensure scalable, reliable, and compliant systems in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years in software development, systems design, or IT architecture.
• 5+ years in cloud architecture and large-scale cloud deployments.
• DoD 8140 certifications required.
• Top Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of cloud-native and hybrid applications and platforms.
• Define system architecture, integration patterns, and roadmaps.
• Ensure scalable, secure, and cost-optimized solutions.
• Develop multi-cloud or hybrid-cloud strategies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Drive adoption of cloud-native services, containerization, and serverless tech.
• Guide cloud migration, modernization, and optimization.
• Define architecture best practices and coding standards.
• Partner with dev teams to design microservices and APIs.
• Ensure security and compliance across SDLC.
• Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Strong knowledge of software development practices, microservices, APIs, and integration frameworks.
• Knowledge of DevOps/DevSecOps practices, automation, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm).
• Experience with data platforms (SQL/NoSQL databases, data lakes, streaming).
• Strong knowledge of security principles, IAM, and compliance frameworks.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Software development

Security principles

DevSecOps practices

Multi-cloud technologies

Containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)

APIs and microservices

Data platforms (SQL/NoSQL)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm

CI/CD

APIs

Microservices

Data lakes

Job description

L ocation:

Required Clearance : Top Secret

Certifications : DoD 8140 certifications

Required Education : Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Required Experience : 10+ years of experience in software development, systems design, or IT architecture. 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture and large-scale cloud deployments.

Position Description:

PingWind is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Sr. Software/Cloud Architect responsible for designing and guiding the implementation of enterprise-scale cloud and software solutions. This role provides technical leadership in cloud architecture, software design, system integration, and security to ensure that solutions are scalable, reliable, and aligned with organizational strategy. The Senior Architect works closely with stakeholders, development teams, and operations staff to define architecture standards, optimize performance, and drive innovation across cloud and hybrid environments.

P Responsibilities:

Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:

• Lead the design of cloud-native and hybrid applications, platforms, and infrastructure.
• Define system architecture, integration patterns, and technical roadmaps.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, resilient, and cost-optimized.
• Develop and oversee multi-cloud or hybrid-cloud strategies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Drive adoption of cloud-native services, containerization, and serverless technologies.
• Provide guidance on cloud migration, modernization, and optimization.
• Define best practices for software architecture, coding standards, and design patterns.
• Partner with development teams to design microservices, APIs, and distributed systems.
• Ensure security and compliance are integrated into all phases of the SDLC.
• Expertise with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Strong proficiency in software development practices, microservices, APIs, and integration frameworks.
• Knowledge of DevOps/DevSecOps practices, automation, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm).
• Experience with data platforms (SQL/NoSQL databases, data lakes, streaming).
• Strong knowledge of security principles, IAM, and compliance frameworks.

Required Qualifications

• DoD 8140 Certification

Desired Qualifications

• (Master’s preferred).

About PingWind

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com

Our benefits include:

• Paid Federal Holidays
• Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options
• 401k with matching
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Continuing education assistance
• Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.