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Chief Architect

United States, Washington Employment contract 142725.00 - 237875.00 USD / Year · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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Job Description

We are currently seeking a Chief Architect to join our team in Washington, District of Columbia (US-DC), United States (US).

Job Responsibility

  • Assist, as requested, in the development and implementation of the client's Business Architecture, Information System and Technology, Data Architecture, Architectural Programs and Initiatives, Architectural Governance, Research and Development, and provides Architecture Consultancy
  • Assist in the identification of architectural tools and processes
  • Understands the client's operational environment, client requirements and expectations of program operations
  • Facilitates development and operations of systems, networks, and applications
  • Leads development of solutions across all aspects of services environment including Data Centers to deliver enhanced user experience
  • Interacts with specialists and utilizes their contributions to ensure secure application deployment and network operations
  • Trains and motivates team members in latest technologies, methodologies, and approaches
  • Drives innovation and improving performance of the applications and networks
  • Aligns with the client's strategic organizational business plans, cultivates relationships with business stakeholders, trusted advisor who assists in the development and maintenance of current and future state business architecture
  • Incorporates innovations that enhance performance and responsiveness across all operations
  • Develop architectural metrics and reports for the executive team, business, and IT Management

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 10 years' experience functioning as a Chief Architect on major federal agency mission critical network and application development efforts
  • Minimum 5 years' experience architecting the transformation from traditional On Prem- Cloud/Cloud Hybrid
  • ITIL V4 Certification

Nice to have

  • Ability to manage to budgets, timeframes, and delivery schedules as required by client
  • Skilled in leading development of cloud ready/cloud native applications using leading technologies and methodologies
  • Possess Cloud Architect Certifications
  • Preferred Certification(s): at least 2 High level technology certification (examples include MCSE, LPIC-3, CCNP, or equivalents)

What we offer

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution
  • Flexible spending or health savings account
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Short and long term disability coverage
  • Paid time off
  • Employee assistance
  • Participation in a 401k program with company match
  • Additional voluntary or legally-required benefits

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