Systems Architect SME

Kinsley Power Systems; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork. This exciting opportunity allows you to lead a technical team, architecting and developing solutions that contribute to national security. With a focus on collaboration and continuous learning, you'll work on high-impact software systems while enjoying a supportive environment. Your expertise in programming languages like Java and Python, combined with your leadership skills, will be essential in guiding the team to success. Embrace the chance to make a difference in a mission-driven organization that prioritizes security and community engagement.

Benefits

100% Employer Paid Health Care Premiums

Flexible Spending Accounts

Generous PTO

Employer Paid STD/LTD

Employer Paid Life Insurance

401K plan with Employer Match

Referral Programs

Professional Development Assistance

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is mandatory.
• Proven experience in a technical leadership role.
• Strong background in Java, Python, Go, and Typescript.

Responsibilities

• Lead a technical team and provide direction for software projects.
• Architect and develop solutions while ensuring effective communication.
• Foster an inclusive environment for team learning and collaboration.

Skills

TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph

Technical Leadership

Java

Python

Go

Typescript

Linux/Unix/GNU

Data Processing

Networking Fundamentals

Cloud Deployment

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Technical Field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Required Clearance Level TS/SCI with Polygraph

Would you like to perform rewarding work while contributing to the success of an established, growing company? Navstar is an award-winning organization that has a proven track record of successfully providing IT services and solutions both as a prime and sub-contractor on mission focused IT programs. Our employees are integral players in support of mission-critical programs focused on our National Security.

Role Description:

• Lead technical team and provide technical direction for a technical team.
• Architect, Develop, Test, and Review code across 75+ software projects.
• Provide technical expertise and direction to increase the effectiveness of the technical team.
• Provide a fresh perspective on solving technical problems efficiently and effectively, based on prior first-hand experience.
• Design and implement new solutions and present to the development team for buy-in, with supporting clean documentation.
• Communicate openly with teammates in person, via chat, via Confluence documentation, and Jira ticket comments.
• Provide inclusive environment for Jr. and Sr. Engineers to learn from your expertise.
• Develop and maintain healthy relationships with customer technical representatives and senior customer stakeholders.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• To be eligible for this position you must hold an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or any technical field.
• Experience in a technical leadership role, setting technical direction and creating technical roadmaps.
• Deep knowledge of computer science fundamentals.
• Deep knowledge of Java, Python, Go, and/or Typescript.
• Foundational knowledge of Linux/Unix/GNU.
• Deep knowledge of common data store technology and data pipeline/processing.
• Deep knowledge of networking fundamentals and debugging, at all layers of the network stack.
• Excels at working in a small technical team on high-impact software systems.
• Excels and enjoys learning new tech.
• Experience defining and hiring a technical team to meet customer requirements.
• Experience researching and discussing trade-offs for various technical solutions, to include COTS, GOTS, and in-house software systems.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Expert knowledge of Linux/Unix/GNU.
• Advanced knowledge of cloud capabilities and cloud deployment patterns.
• Experience with building Data Analytics systems and/or geospatial technology.
• Experience with existing customer enterprise software systems and existing customer enterprise capabilities.
• Experience implementing Authentication/Authorization, Encryption, and other security best practices.

About Navstar

For 20 years Navstar has provided high-quality Innovative Technology Services and Solutions throughout the Intelligence Community. We would not have achieved the success we have without the best AllStar team; this is not just a place to work, Navstar is a community. At Navstar everything we do revolves around listening to both our customers and employees, delivering the results they expect, and being a trusted partner as both a prime and subcontractor. We have a proven track record of successfully providing innovative technology services and solutions on highly mission-focused programs; all while enjoying what we do at the same time. Security is our priority; together, we will make the nation a safer place.

Benefits at Navstar

• Highly Competitive Health Care Premiums, including 100% employer paid for employee
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
• Generous PTO and Federal Holiday Paid Leave
• Employer Paid STD/LTD
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401K plan and Employer Match
• Referral and Opportunity Referral Programs
• Professional Development Assistance

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Navstar, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religious beliefs, national origin, disability, U.S. veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.