Software Modernization Architect, Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton; Bath Township (OH); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Software Modernization Architect, Lead, to design enterprise architecture and lead modernization initiatives across high-impact government systems. The role emphasizes mentorship, strategic decision-making, and collaboration with USG customers.

A TS/SCI or Secret clearance may be required depending on project scope, with bachelor-level credentials expected. The position offers a path to shaping cloud and digital solutions while aligning with enterprise

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience with the selective rearchitecting of C++, Java, and Python applications using microservices.
• Ability to define, justify, and defend a suitable and selective modernization strategy, including selection of modules maintained, strangled, or replaced, based on mission benefits and cost.
• Ability to input non-functional goals into the rearchitected system.
• Ability to define and communicate a recommended incremental modernization roadmap, including functional availability, performance goals, sequence, and key milestones, to the software team.

Responsibilities

• Design enterprise architecture to enable strategic transformations and modernization initiatives.
• Mentor and supervise software teams.
• Communicate modernization plans to the USG customers and stakeholders.

Skills

C++/Java/Python

Interfaces

Modernization strategy

Non-functional goals

Roadmap planning

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MBSE/SysML

Job description

Join a culture of empowerment and connectivity.

Develop your craft

Learn the skills you need to accelerate your career.

Discover benefits that your life and work.

Innovate with intention

Build mission-ready tech that protects the nation.

Design enterprise architecture ( EA ) to enable strategic or tactical transformations through informed decision-making at any level of an enterprise to support governance, future growth, adaptability, optimization, innovation, and modernization initiatives such as cloud and digital solutions. Apply advanced consult ing skills and extensive technical expertise, including full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction, and mentor and supervise team members.

You Have:

• 12+ years of experience with the selective rearchitecting of C++, Java, and Python applications using microservices
• Experience with the identification, definition, and maintenance of as-is key interfaces and services
• Ability to define, justify, and defend a suitable and selective modernization strategy, including selection of modules maintained, strangled, or replaced, based on mission benefits and cost
• Ability to input non-functional goals into the rearchitected system
• Ability to define and communicate a recommended incremental modernization roadmap, including functional availability, performance goals, sequence, and key milestones, to the sof tware team

Nice If You Have:

• Experience refactoring and rearchitecting systems with user interfaces, performance goals, and interoperability constraints
• Experience with multi-security level cloud environments
• Experience integrating MBSE or SysML models with requirements, interfaces, and test cases
• Ability to communicate with the USG customer, lead sof tware modernization engineer, and coalition legacy sof tware providers
• TS/SCI clearance

Clearance:

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

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Software Modernization Architect, Lead

The Opportunity:

Design enterprise architecture ( EA ) to enable strategic or tactical transformations through informed decision-making at any level of an enterprise to support governance, future growth, adaptability, optimization, innovation, and modernization initiatives such as cloud and digital solutions. Apply advanced consult ing skills and extensive technical expertise, including full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction, and mentor and supervise team members.

You Have:

• 12+ years of experience with the selective rearchitecting of C++, Java, and Python applications using microservices
• Experience with the identification, definition, and maintenance of as-is key interfaces and services
• Ability to define, justify, and defend a suitable and selective modernization strategy, including selection of modules maintained, strangled, or replaced, based on mission benefits and cost
• Ability to input non-functional goals into the rearchitected system
• Ability to define and communicate a recommended incremental modernization roadmap, including functional availability, performance goals, sequence, and key milestones, to the sof tware team
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience refactoring and rearchitecting systems with user interfaces, performance goals, and interoperability constraints
• Experience with multi-security level cloud environments
• Experience integrating MBSE or SysML models with requirements, interfaces, and test cases
• Ability to communicate with the USG customer, lead sof tware modernization engineer, and coalition legacy sof tware providers
• TS/SCI clearance

Clearance:

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

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

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 federal, state, local, or international law.