Software Architect, Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 112,800 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Paid leave

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in Dayton, Ohio is seeking a skilled software engineer with over 8 years of experience in leading teams and modernizing systems. The role involves developing scalable Python applications and overseeing CI/CD pipeline designs.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in containerization, full-stack development, and cloud platforms, along with an active TS/SCI clearance. The position offers a competitive salary range between $112,800 to $257,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience leading software engineering teams and defining architecture standards.
• Experience leading modernization of MATLAB-based systems into Python-based platforms.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to take a polygraph exam.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive end-to-end architecture for modernizing MATLAB-based algorithms into scalable Python-based applications.
• Lead design of containerized, cloud-ready systems with automated CI/CD pipelines.
• Translate complex analytical workflows into robust software solutions using modern DevSecOps practices.

Skills

Leadership in software engineering

Modernization of MATLAB-based systems

CI/CD pipeline design

Containerization with Docker and Kubernetes

Full-stack web development with React and Node.js

PostgreSQL design and optimization

Elasticsearch for analytics

AWS or Azure cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field

Tools

PostgreSQL

Elasticsearch

Docker

Kubernetes

React

Node.js

Job description

Responsibilities

• Define and drive end-to-end architecture for modernizing MATLAB-based algorithms into scalable Python-based applications.
• Lead design of containerized, cloud-ready systems with automated CI/CD pipelines and deployment strategies.
• Build a modern engineering ecosystem integrating scientific computing, web technologies, and enterprise data platforms.
• Translate complex analytical workflows into robust, production‑grade software solutions using modern architecture patterns, DevSecOps practices, and AI‑assisted development tools.
• Architect data solutions using PostgreSQL and Elasticsearch.
• Guide engineering teams on design, implementation, and best practices.
• Ensure systems meet performance, security, and scalability requirements.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience leading software engineering teams and defining architecture standards.
• Experience leading modernization of MATLAB-based systems into Python-based platforms.
• Experience designing CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins).
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerized deployments.
• Experience with React and Node.js for full‑stack web applications.
• Experience with PostgreSQL for relational data design and optimization.
• Experience with Elasticsearch for search and analytics use cases.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to take a polygraph exam.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field.

Nice to Have

• Experience building standalone and cloud‑native applications.
• Expertise in Python for application development and scientific computing.
• Experience in modeling and simulation, or algorithm‑heavy systems.
• Experience with DevSecOps, observability, and infrastructure as code.
• Experience with AI‑augmented development workflows or agentic tools.
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

The projected compensation range for this position is $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (annualized USD). Salary is determined by location, education, skills, and other factors. This posting will close within 90 days from the posting date.

Benefits

Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.