Systems Architect

TEKsystems; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental & Vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking an experienced Systems Architect to support the ECOSphere platform for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. You will design scalable cloud architectures, guide enterprise decisions, and ensure security and compliance across the technology lifecycle.

The role requires U.S. citizenship, ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance, and hands-on work with AWS, Java/Spring Boot, Angular/React, REST APIs, Docker, CI/CD, and DevSecOps.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• Experience designing enterprise-scale cloud architectures for federal or large-scale environments.
• Strong AWS cloud experience and hands-on work with Java, Spring Boot, Angular and/or React.
• Expertise with REST APIs and system integrations; experience with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices.
• Solid understanding of security and compliance requirements and SQL/database architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable cloud-based and distributed systems for the ECOSphere platform.
• Guide enterprise architecture decisions and roadmaps across projects.
• Support application integrations and ensure security/compliance is embedded throughout the lifecycle.
• Collaborate with federal clients and cross-functional teams to deliver compliant solutions.

Skills

Cloud architecture

AWS

Java/Spring Boot

Angular/React

REST APIs

Docker

CI/CD

DevSecOps

Security/compliance

SQL

Tools

Kubernetes

Databricks

Jenkins

Docker

AWS Lambda

Job description

Description

We are seeking an experienced Systems Architect to support the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's ECOSphere platform. This role will be responsible for designing scalable cloud-based and distributed systems, guiding enterprise architecture decisions, supporting application integrations, and ensuring security and compliance standards are embedded throughout the technology lifecycle. Required Qualifications: U.S. Citizenship Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance Experience designing enterprise-scale cloud architectures Strong AWS cloud experience Experience with Java, Spring Boot, Angular, and/or React Expertise with REST APIs and system integrations Experience with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices Strong understanding of security and compliance requirements SQL and database architecture experience Preferred Qualifications: Kubernetes experience Databricks or large-scale analytics platform experience Federal security framework experience (FISMA, FedRAMP, NIST) Data governance and data-sharing experience Experience working within scientific, regulatory, or government environments AI/ML tools and emerging technology experience This position offers the opportunity to help architect and modernize a mission-critical federal platform supporting conservation and wildlife programs while working with cutting-edge cloud, integration, and security technologies.

Skills

Systems architecture, Cloud Infrastructure Architecture, Aws, Architecture, Enterprise architecture, java technologies, spring boot, Angular, React, Docker, Jenkins, rest api, sql database, groovy, javascript frameworks, Node.js, TypeScript, Python, Grails, Kubernetes, AWS lambda, Databricks

Top Skills Details

Systems architecture, Cloud Infrastructure Architecture, Aws, Architecture, Enterprise architecture, java technologies, spring boot, Angular, React, Docker, Jenkins, rest api, sql database

Additional Skills & Qualifications

A Public Trust clearance eligibility is required.

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Collins, CO.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $56.00 - $59.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical
• dental & vision Critical Illness
• Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Collins, CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Collins,CO.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.