Senior System Architect

CACI; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 98,500 - 206,800; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Senior System Architect to lead architecture across a multi-team Agile Release Train delivering GEOINT capabilities for NGA. You will own the program's technical roadmap, lead architectural governance, and drive cross-team decisions to enable scalable, secure systems.

The role requires TS/SCI with polygraph, 8+ years in systems/software architecture, and strong experience with cloud-native architectures.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph is required.
• 8+ years of systems or software engineering with architecture leadership.
• Experience architecting large-scale distributed cloud-native systems.
• Experience leading architecture across multiple development teams in Agile/SAFe.
• Strong command of integration patterns, APIs, and data architecture.
• Excellent communication with senior Government and technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead system architecture definition and governance across multiple Agile delivery teams.
• Develop and maintain the program technical roadmap, architectural runway, and enabler backlog.
• Chair design reviews and architecture boards; adjudicate cross‑team technical decisions.
• Direct analyses of alternatives and technology insertion assessments based on cost, risk, and mission impact.
• Align program architecture with Government enterprise standards, security requirements, and interoperability mandates.
• Partner with Product Management and the RTE during PI Planning to sequence architectural work.
• Mentor architects and technical leads; raise engineering standards across the program.

Skills

Security clearance TS/SCI with poly

Cloud-native architectures

Agile/SAFe

APIs & data architecture

Technical leadership

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline

Job description

Job Title: Senior System ArchitectJob Category: EngineeringTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCIEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental USAnticipated Posting End: 12/31/2026

The Opportunity:

• Serve as a senior technical authority for an Agile program delivering GEOINT capabilities to the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA).
• Own architecture across a multi-team Agile Release Train, from strategy through implementation.
• Partner with Government chief engineers and mission owners to drive long-range technical roadmaps.
• Lead the architectural decisions that determine how mission‑critical systems scale, integrate, and evolve.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities:

• Lead system architecture definition and governance across multiple Agile delivery teams.
• Develop and maintain the program technical roadmap, architectural runway, and enabler backlog.
• Chair design reviews and architecture boards; adjudicate cross‑team technical decisions.
• Direct analyses of alternatives and technology insertion assessments based on cost, risk, and mission impact.
• Align program architecture with Government enterprise standards, security requirements, and interoperability mandates.
• Partner with Product Management and the RTE during PI Planning to sequence architectural work.
• Mentor architects and technical leads; raise engineering standards across the program.

Qualifications:

Required:

• TS/SCI Security Clearance with ability to obtain polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline (equivalent experience accepted).
• 8+ years of systems or software engineering experience, with significant architecture leadership.
• Demonstrated experience architecting large‑scale, distributed, cloud‑native systems.
• Experience leading architecture across multiple development teams in an Agile orSAFeenvironment.
• Strong command of integration patterns, APIs, and data architecture.
• Excellent communication skills with senior Government and technical stakeholders.

Desired:

• Experience with GEOINT systems or geospatial data architectures.
• SAFefor Architects (ARCH) certification.
• Prior experience supporting NGA or the Intelligence Community.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high‑performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$98,500-$206,800

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.