Solutions Architect I: API Governance & AI (TS/SCI)

Navitas Business Consulting, Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Navitas, a leader in digital transformation, seeks a Solutions Architect 1 to develop API architecture standards and governance for enterprise interoperability. You will define security, versioning, and integration standards while evaluating middleware technologies to modernize integration across systems.

The role emphasizes designing AI model-serving APIs, observability, and conducting architecture reviews to guide strategic solutions. A TS clearance with SCI eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Requires Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field; Masters preferred.
• 7+ years of solution architecture experience.
• Experience with REST, GraphQL, and API management platforms.
• Knowledge of cloud-native integration architectures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop API governance standards and architecture frameworks.
• Define API security, versioning, and integration standards.
• Support evaluation of integration technologies and middleware solutions.
• Develop standards for AI model-serving and agent communication APIs.
• Design observability and monitoring capabilities for enterprise APIs.
• Conduct technical assessments and architecture reviews.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

Enterprise architecture

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

REST

GraphQL

API management platforms

Cloud-native integration

Job description

Solutions Architect 1
Job ID: 26-1129
Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility
Location: DC Metro

Who We Are:
Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.

What We Do:
At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.

What You’ll Do:
The Solutions Architect 1 develops API architecture standards, integration frameworks, and governance models supporting enterprise interoperability and modernization initiatives.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Develop API governance standards and architecture frameworks.
• Define API security, versioning, and integration standards.
• Support evaluation of integration technologies and middleware solutions.
• Develop standards for AI model-serving and agent communication APIs.
• Design observability and monitoring capabilities for enterprise APIs.
• Conduct technical assessments and architecture reviews.

What You’ll Need:

• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field, Master preferred
• 7+ years of solution architecture experience.
• Experience with REST, GraphQL, and API management platforms.
• Knowledge of cloud-native integration architectures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance.

Set Yourself Apart With :

• Experience supporting enterprise AI platforms.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust and API security principles.
• AWS or Azure Solutions Architect certification preferred.
• API design or integration certification preferred.

Salary Range: $120k - $140k