Sr. Software Architect

Job Description
This position seeks a Senior Cloud Consultant to support the Lead Architect in defining, reviewing, and implementing complex enterprise applications using AWS cloud. Leveraging 9+ years of experience in advanced software engineering and data modeling, this role will provide critical technical consultation and hands-on development of JAVA and Angular based web applications in the AWS cloud. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in AWS cloud, Microservices, and distributed systems, with a proven ability to implement secure, scalable solutions across all architectural layers using Agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines. In addition to the minimum qualifications, desirable experience includes: the use of version control software or software migration routines; knowledge of the Agile software development methodology; experience managing multiple deployment environments; standard IT product development and maintenance; and specific experience developing statistical systems.
Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Lead Architect to refine, review, and provide technical consultation for complex, large-scale enterprise applications.
• Drive architecture, design, development and migration of on-prem legacy applications to AWS cloud, implementing secure, scalable, and resilient cloud-native solutions.
• Provide expert-level hands-on coding using Java (Spring Boot, REST, Security, JPA), Angular, HTML5, CSS, Bootstrap, Electron etc.
• Analyze and document requirements; develop system architecture and design; perform development and testing; perform code reviews and documentation.
• Design and develop distributed applications using multiple architectures that include Layered, Microservices, Event driven, Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) etc.
• Lead database design, data modeling, warehousing, and the development of advanced SQL and stored procedures.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab, Maven, Nexus etc.
• Define and implement code quality using tools like SonarQube, Trivy etc.
• Evaluate and address system security, performance including continuity of operations (COOP) to ensure system stability during and after cloud migration.
• Implement and execute automated test scripts using Selenium and ensure accessibility compliance using tools like NVDA.
• Provide recommendations on hardware/software interfacing, system characteristics (I/O, storage, speed), and enterprise-wide tool implementation.
• Collaborate using Agile - SCRUM methodology that includes defining project backlogs; create and develop user stories; participate in sprint planning and daily standups.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Education: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent.
Minimum Qualifications:
At least nine years of experience in:

• Designing and development of enterprise web applications.
• Database design, data modeling, data warehousing, distributed processing and software integration.
• Business and system object modeling.
• Creating software architecture and design documents.
• Developing test scripts using tools like JMeter to evaluate and address system performance.
• Coding experience using programming languages like Java (Spring framework), Typescript (Angular), HTML, CSS, Javascript etc.
• Using RDBMS databases like Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL etc. including PL/SQL.
• Building distributed web applications using protocols like REST, SOAP, Websockets etc.

At least seven years of experience in:

• Defining and developing distributed system architectures.
• Developing enterprise applications utilizing Agile - SCRUM methodology.

At least 5 years of experience developing applications using AWS cloud with a proven track record of executing enterprise-level application development and migration.
Knowledge of automated testing tools like Selenium and at least two years of experience with automated test-driven development in an agile environment.
Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery tools and technologies.
Skills:

• 9+ years of advanced software engineering, application development and data modeling experience.
• Expert-level proficiency in AWS cloud services with a proven track record of driving enterprise application migrations.
• Strong hands-on coding experience in Java and the Spring framework (Spring Boot, REST, Security, Batch, JPA, Cloud etc.).
• Proficiency in modern front-end and desktop technologies: Angular, HTML5, CSS, Bootstrap, Electron etc.
• Deep expertise in Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), Microservices, and distributed processing.
• Advanced experience in SQL, stored procedures, and logical/physical database design.
• Ability to support a Lead Architect in refining and reviewing complex system designs and technical documentation.
• Experience orchestrating CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab, Maven, Nexus etc.
• Proficiency in code quality and server tools, including SonarQube, Weblogic Server, Tomcat etc.
• Experience with developing test scripts using Selenium, JMeter etc. and accessibility testing via NVDA.
• Ability to evaluate and document system security, performance and continuity of operations (COOP).
• Strong command of Agile methodologies, including user story development and iterative delivery.
• Proficiency in XML and JSON for enterprise data exchange.

Clearance: Ability to acquire Public Trust (NACI)
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect a plus.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.