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Nightwing Group

Application Architect

Nightwing Group, Herndon, Virginia, United States, 22070


Location:

VA531: 13900 Lincoln Park Dr, Herndon, VA, 20171 USATime Type:

Full timePosted On:

2023-11-03Job Requisition ID:

01660881Position Role Type:

OnsiteNightwing is seeking an Application Architect to work in a dynamic, high-profile office located in Northern, VA. The Application Architect will be responsible for assisting in the development and management of the software architecture within the client space and may be required to provide guidance to program-level software architects. This person will also serve as a direct interface to the client during important reviews, briefings, and technical exchange/demos. The communication and collaboration with the customer as well as with other engineering disciplines is required to ensure the application architectures support the client program's needs. The Application Architect will lead the analysis of issues that directly affect the software architecture and potentially the hardware architecture. The successful candidate will have a systems level approach to resolving complex programs and the ability to convince leadership that the proposed solution is best for the mission (including program cost and schedule as well as the technical solution). The individual will work with client executives in the development of CONOPS for new systems, providing strategic input and planning for applications architecture and design. He/She will assist in the tracking of key roadmaps and deliverables.Required Skills:Minimum of 11 years of software development experiencePrior experience as a software architectStrong understanding of architecture design principles and governancePrior experience developing requirements, defining system interfaces, and supporting system level integrationStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExperience with software architecture tools and techniquesExperience with a variety of messaging and communication protocolsAbility to create an architectural vision, communicate the vision, and map out a plan to execute towards the visionStrong written, verbal and presentation skills; ability to decompose, document, and communicate architecture rationale, approach, design and governancePossess an understanding of Digital Engineering principles including Model Based System Engineering and DevOps/DevSecOps pipelinesDemonstrated ability to effectively work with and communicate with the customer, all levels of management and with individual contributors on the program teamAbility to work across disciplines to find balanced approaches to technical issuesDeep technical knowledge of the IT Development stack and DEVOPS Pipeline for key production systems running on the client infrastructureExpertise in the client’s security accreditation processDesired Skills:Prior experience architecting, designing, developing, and testing data management systemsPrior experience porting existing software to new platforms and architecturesExperience with Agile Development MethodologiesSalary Range:

$96,000 - $200,000 USDBenefits:

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.Equal Opportunity Employer:

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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