Senior Software Architect

Senior Software Architect

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

Anticipated Posting End: 1/31/2025

The Opportunity:

CACI is searching for an experienced, Senior Software Architect to support the development of the overall architectural strategic vision for the NGA SAFFIRE contract in the delivery of cutting-edge Computer Vision (CV) and Structured Observation Management (SOM) capabilities. The Senior Software Architect will have the opportunity to shape the overall technical strategic vision for the contract, optimizing performance of technical execution and identifying architectural and procedural efficiencies across the product teams. They will act as a senior technical subject matter expert for the program, interfacing directly with the customer to define and demonstrate SAFFIRE’s overall cohesive approach across a variety of technologies including Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning (AI/ML), microservices, and GIS Systems. SAFFIRE senior leadership expects this role to grow into a Key Personnel position; successful candidate will learn the intricacies of the current contract by providing direct support in preparation for the next phase of the program and their career.

Responsibilities:

• Define the architectural strategy and transformation of critical NGA CV and SOM applications
• Work in a highly Agile environment as both a mentor and technology leader
• Champion special projects and transformation
• Identify metrics and automate metrics collection / detection to ensure the system meets the needs of the users
• Identify optimizations and remove roadblocks from the product teams
• Align standards, frameworks and security with overall business and technology strategies
• Work directly with the customer in solving their most difficult problems
• Lead the technical team to drive innovation into the software baseline

Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance and a polygraph preferred
• 15+ years of related experience
• 5+ years of experience as a Senior Software Engineer and leading a software development team
• 2+ years integrating deep learning techniques, scalable cloud architectures, and/or imagery processing
• 2+ years employing GPUs for near-real time processing of data
• 3+ years developing RESTful services
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or related technical discipline 

Required: 

• Experience delivering alpha/beta quality code to the Government in time frames less than 1 month and production quality code in less than 3 months
• Experience with microservice based, scalable architectures.
• Experience with delivery on AWS
• Experience with delivery of services in hybrid cloud/on-premises infrastructures
• Experience as a lead software architect in environments featuring hybrid cloud/on-premises infrastructures

Desired:

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate and/or Professional
• Understanding/Experience with Government Cloud Environments (e.g., GovCloud, C2E/C2S)
• Experience with NGA Common Operations Release Environment (CORE)
• Experience with Low to High development through a Cross Domain Solution
• Experience architecting software platforms in a relevant domain including Structured Observation Management (SOM), Computer Vision (CV), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and / or NGA Workflows.
   

What we can offer you:

At CACI, our philosophy of employee development and advancement rests on a cultural foundation of providing unlimited and equal opportunity for growth, recognition, and rewards. We provide the environment, support and responsive, available management to nurture and stretch your abilities. We also offer a career mobility program to make it easy to build a dynamic career at CACI and offer flexible work schedule arrangements to support work/life balance.

• CACI’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) plan allows employees to take vacation as needed, without a set number of minimum or maximum days, and is available day one of employment
• CACI has been named one of Fortune magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies and has been named an Energage Top Workplace USA for 2023!
• We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities
• We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities
• With over 25,000 employees worldwide, CACI has been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post
• For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$104,200-$229,200

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.