Solutions Architect SME, Software Development and DevSecOps

General Dynamics Information Technology; Falls Church (VA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Competitive pay

401K match

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking a Solutions Architect SME to lead the development of technical solutions for growth opportunities, focusing on software development, application modernization, and DevSecOps. You will work with capture and proposal teams to shape solutions, translate requirements into executable plans, and craft compelling proposal content.

The role emphasizes strong knowledge of government procurement, VA context, and the ability to deliver credible,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 15+ years in Information Technology with 5+ years developing technical solutions and proposal content for federal growth opportunities.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical solution development for large, complex government proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical solution development for growth opportunities from capture to proposal submission and oral presentations.
• Work as the technical lead within capture and proposal teams to develop an integrated solution aligned to requirements, win strategy, evaluation criteria, and capabilities.
• Analyze RFIs, RFPs, statements of work, and other artifacts to identify technical requirements, gaps, risks, and differentiators.
• Own and write technical proposal content including solution narratives, architectures, delivery approaches, and LOE/BOE.
• Develop executable solutions for software development, application modernization, and DevSecOps.
• Define approaches for application architecture, Agile delivery, CI/CD, automated testing, security integration, cloud environments, observability and operations.
• Translate customer needs into work breakdowns, staffing, estimates, and lifecycle costs.
• Coordinate with account teams, capture, pricing, contracts, delivery leaders, and partners to build and validate solutions.
• Incorporate GDIT capabilities and past performance into proposal solutions and content.
• Lead solution reviews and color-team responses; refine content based on feedback.
• Support pre-RFP engagements and partner discussions, maintaining reusable content.

Skills

Tech leadership

Proposal writing

DevSecOps

Agile delivery

Cloud computing

CI/CD

Automated testing

Security integration

Solution architectures

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Solutions Architect at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you’ll make the end user’s experience your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours.

As a Solutions Architect SME you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a growth-focused Solutions Architect SME joining our Federal Health team to lead solution development for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) opportunities, with a focus on software development, application modernization, and DevSecOps. This is a growth role: most of your time will be spent working with capture and proposal teams to shape technical solutions and write proposal content. You will bring strong knowledge of government agencies, preferably VA, and the ability to translate customer needs, solicitation requirements, GDIT capabilities, delivery experience, and partner technologies into clear, compelling, and executable solutions. Experience in both growth and delivery is valuable, but prior delivery experience is not required.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

• Lead technical solution development for growth opportunities, from early capture and shaping through proposal submission and oral presentations, as applicable.
• Work as the technical lead within capture and proposal teams to develop an integrated solution aligned to customer requirements, win strategy, evaluation criteria, and GDIT capabilities.
• Analyze RFIs, RFPs, performance work statements, statements of work, and other acquisition artifacts to identify technical requirements, solution gaps, risks, and differentiators.
• Own and write technical proposal content, including solution narratives, architectures, delivery approaches, transition plans, technical management approaches, LOE/BOE and supporting graphics.
• Develop credible, executable solutions for software development, application modernization, and DevSecOps opportunities.
• Define approaches for application architecture, Agile software delivery, CI/CD, automated testing, security integration, cloud environments, observability, and operations as required by each opportunity. Architect solutions with container platforms including secure build, registry, runtime protection, and supply‑chain security, as well as solutions that reference CI/CD pipelines, automated quality/security gates, infrastructure as code, and configuration management with immutable, reproducible environments.
• Apply any knowledge of the VA mission, organization, technology environment, standards, priorities, and acquisition context to ensure proposed solutions are relevant to the customer and grounded in how VA operates.
• Translate technical solutions into work breakdowns, staffing assumptions, implementation roadmaps, estimates, basis of estimate inputs, risks, dependencies, and lifecycle costs.
• Coordinate with account teams, capture, business development, proposal management, pricing, contracts, delivery leaders, GDIT technical subject matter experts, technology partners, and subcontractors to build and validate the solution.
• Incorporate relevant GDIT capabilities, delivery experience, past performance, and partner technologies into proposal solutions and content.
• Lead solution reviews and technical color-team responses; refine the solution and proposal content based on review findings.
• Support pre‑RFP customer engagement, technical exchanges, demonstrations, and partner discussions, and maintain reusable software development and DevSecOps solution content for future growth opportunities.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience: 15+ years’ experience in Information Technology, including 5+ years developing technical solutions and proposal content for federal growth opportunities. Demonstrated experience leading technical solution development for large, complex government proposals.
• Required Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical solution development and write technical proposal content.
• Strong technical knowledge of software development, application modernization, DevSecOps, Agile delivery, cloud environments, CI/CD, automated testing, and integrated security.
• Ability to interpret solicitation requirements and develop solution architectures, delivery approaches, roadmaps, staffing assumptions, estimates, and lifecycle costs.
• Strong knowledge of government procurement, capture, and proposal processes. Ability to work independently and lead cross‑functional teams under proposal deadlines.
• Strong communication, presentation, facilitation, and writing skills. Customer service orientation.
• Preferred Skills and Abilities:
• Strong working knowledge of VA, including its mission, organization, technology environment, priorities, and acquisition context.
• Prior delivery leadership on software development, application modernization, or DevSecOps programs is valued but not required.
• Experience leading technical proposal volumes, solution reviews, or oral presentations for large federal opportunities. Experience working across capture, pricing, contracts, delivery, partner, and proposal teams.

Location: Hybrid to Falls Church, VA office with the expectation the selected individual will work three (3) days per week in office

Security Clearance Level: No clearance Required

• Must be a US Person

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your sense of ownership and pride in the meaningful work we do.