Lead Software Architect

We are seeking a Lead Software Architect to support the E-7A mission team in Tukwila, WA. As a Lead Software Architect, you will be responsible for leading the design, development, and maintenance of software systems meeting stringent quality, safety, security, and certification standards.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements and translate them into software requirements and models. You will also conduct and review software system-level analyses to identify risks, issues, and opportunities, and lead mitigation efforts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading design, development, and maintenance of software systems
• Collaborating with stakeholders to define system requirements and translate them into software requirements and models
• Conducting and reviewing software system-level analyses to identify risks, issues, and opportunities
• Leading code reviews ensuring compliance with requirements and standards
• Overseeing test completion, verification processes, and issue resolution
• Developing program documentation as needed
• Monitoring product and process alignment with project plans and industry standards
• Leading software project management and assisting with supplier management activities
• Implementing current and emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks relevant to software development

This position requires a strong partnership with stakeholders to translate system-level requirements into software requirements and models, ensuring traceability and alignment with the customer’s operational, and performance needs.

The ideal candidate will be a leader in software lifecycle activities, including document reviews, risk analysis, and Program Increment planning. You will also oversee product and process alignment with project plans and industry standards, and champion the adoption of emerging development technologies and techniques.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
• 9+ years’ experience with software development processes
• 5+ years’ experience designing and developing software using Python, C/C++, C# and/or Java
• 3+ years’ experience in software architecture and open architectures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience as an organization spokesperson on advanced projects and programs
• Experience acting as advisor to management and customers on advanced technical concepts
• Experience with MIL-STD-6016 systems and standards
• Experience with MIL-STD-6040 systems and standards
• Experience in software systems engineering within defense or aerospace sectors
• Understanding of software development lifecycle and quality assurance
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills