Senior Solutions Architect – DoD & Cloud (Remote)

SMX; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 176,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

SMX is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to lead architecture design for DoD solutions and drive delivery of high-quality software. You will mentor teams, shape technical strategy, and align projects with customer requirements while advancing innovation across programs.

The role emphasizes cloud operations (AWS/Azure/GCP), modern IT practices, and proactive collaboration with business development to capture opportunities. Remote work options are available for this position.

Qualifications

• Requires Top Secret clearance and a Bachelor’s degree in CS or related field.
• 10+ years in corporate or government solutions.
• Experience as Solution Architect with full lifecycle implementations.
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall, SAFe.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps and cloud operations (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Strong presentation and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and specification development for next generation solutions.
• Provide technical leadership through coaching and mentorship.
• Develop go-to-market strategies for software applications.
• Coordinate requirements, user stories, timelines, and work plans.
• Provide project status updates and manage risks and issues.
• Lead research and design of new software tools.
• Evaluate OSS, government furnished, and contractor software.
• Assist in identifying new business opportunities.

Skills

Top Secret

Bachelor’s Degree

Solution Architecture

Leadership

Cloud Platforms

DevSecOps

Communication Skills

SDLC Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SysML

DoDAF

UAF

Job description

SMX is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to lead architecture design for DoD solutions and drive delivery of high-quality software. You will mentor teams, shape technical strategy, and align projects with customer requirements while advancing innovation across programs.

The role emphasizes cloud operations (AWS/Azure/GCP), modern IT practices, and proactive collaboration with business development to capture opportunities. Remote work options are available for this position.