Solution Architect - Technical Lead

Steampunk; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Steampunk is seeking a Solution Architect to design, develop, and deploy cloud-based microservices using Java, React, and CI/CD practices. You will automate tests, review code, and mentor teammates while ensuring secure, scalable software across federal contracting domains.

The role requires cloud experience, containerization, and strong communication. Candidates should be eligible for a U.S. government clearance and be based in the McLean, VA area with on-site work expectations.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a U.S. government Security Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in IT or related field or 2 years IT experience in lieu of degree.
• 8+ years of experience with Java/React.
• 8+ years of experience with Git SCM providers (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket).
• 8+ years of experience with one or more programming or scripting languages (Python, Bash, JavaScript).
• 5+ years of experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• 5+ years using CI/CD pipelines with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Pipelines, CircleCI, TravisCI.
• Experience with Docker containers and Kubernetes.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks including unit tests.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy modular micro-services and cloud-based systems.
• Communicate stakeholder needs to developers.
• Write and debug code for innovative software solutions.
• Troubleshoot security, quality, and reliability issues.
• Participate in code reviews and QA activities.
• Automate unit and functional tests.
• Test code written by others and analyze results.
• Evaluate and develop complex software solutions using APIs and cloud-native tech.
• Ensure software security against threats.
• Identify problems and develop fixes.
• Support production releases and troubleshooting.
• Document code, features, and training guides.
• Create artifacts and gap analyses for environment state and options.
• Leverage virtualization and containerization to modernize systems.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Propose continuous improvement for services.

Skills

Java

React

Python

Bash

JavaScript

CI/CD

Clouds (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Docker

Kubernetes

Unit testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT field

Bachelor's degree in non-IT field + 2 years IT experience

Tools

GitHub

GitLab

Bitbucket

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

CircleCI

TravisCI

Job description

Overview

As a Solution Architect, you will work with our growing DevSecOps practice evaluating, identifying, and developing complex software solutions using cloud-native services, APIs, and micros-service solutions. We are looking for candidates with experiencewriting software using Agile and DevSecOps methods such as build/release management, CI/CD practices, and test automation.

Contributions

Responsibilities include:

• Design, develop, and deploy modular micro-services and cloud-based systems
• Understand the needs of stakeholders and convey this to other developers
• Write and debug code for innovative software solutions
• Troubleshoot software quality, security and reliability issues
• Participate in code reviews and quality assurance activities
• Automate unit and functional tests
• Test and examine code written by others and analyzing results
• Evaluate, identify and develop complex software solutions using APIs, microservices, and cloud-native solutions
• Ensure that software is secure against cyber threats
• Identify technical problems, perform root cause analysis, and develop software updates and 'fixes'
• Support production releases (including deployment, troubleshooting, and testing)
• Document software code, features, and training guides
• Document as-is state of the environment, perform a gap analysis, and produce artifacts that articulate options and recommendations
• Leverage virtualization and containerization to optimize and modernize software systems
• Act as an individual contributor and mentor more junior team members
• Engineer and implement solutions and provide recommendations for continuous improvement for the services provided

Qualifications

Required:

• Ability to obtain a U.S. government Security Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in an IT field OR Bachelor's degree in a non-IT field and 2 years related IT experience
• 8 Years of experience with Java / React
• 8 Years of experience with Git SCM providers such as GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket
• 8 Years of experience with one or more programming or scripting languages (Python, Bash, JavaScript)
• 5 Years of experience with one or more clouds (I.e. AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• 5 Years of experience using CI/CD pipelines with tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Pipelines, CircleCI, TravisCI
• Experience implementing docker containers and utilizing platforms such as Kubernetes
• Experience implementing automated testing frameworks including unit testing

Preferred:

• Certifications:
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner
  • AWS Solution Architect Professional
  • Azure Developer Associate
• 5 years of application development experience in an Agile environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills

About steampunk

Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $112,000 to $225,000. The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk's total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, 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.

Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors. Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. As an employee owned company, we focus on investing in our employees to enable them to do the greatest work of their careers - and rewarding them for outstanding contributions to our growth. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program.