Senior Cloud Architect

Job Description

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:  SAIC is seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to support the Customer’s new cryptocurrency portfolio focused on various elements of this emerging technology.  The successful candidate will be the lead Cloud Architect responsible for collaborating with the Cloud Systems Engineer to design and build a sandbox platform that will allow the customer to conduct tests and research in Blockchain infrastructure, Web3.0, and the geopolitical underpinnings of these technologies.  S/he will collaborate with subject matter experts across industry and government on this critical new technology arena.  The candidate must be a self-starter who can work independently and manage multiple tasks.  Key duties for the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinate and communicate architecture activities.
• Translate business outcomes into technical requirements.
• Recommend system architecture to satisfy technical and compliance requirements.
• Prepare and maintain system architecture documentation.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve technical issues.

Qualifications

TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required Qualifications:

• Current TS/SCI clearance with full-scope polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field (four years of relevant experience may substitute in lieu of a degree) and (14) years or more of related experience. Masters and (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and (9) years or more experience.
• Expertise in all phases of the software development life cycle and solution delivery for web, client-server, and cloud-based systems.
• Strong knowledge of modern software engineering principles and best practices.
• Proven track record of work experience as a cloud architect.
• Experience in various software designs, languages, and architecture.
• Experience in several of the following areas: database architecture, ETL, business intelligence, big data, machine learning, advanced analytics.
• Strong data security skills including network security, encryption, authorization, and protocols.
• Expertise in web-based frameworks (e.g., Java Enterprise Edition (JEE), .NET, JavaScript, jQuery).
• Experience in various software designs, languages, and architecture.
• Solution definition and problem-solving skills.
• Record of accomplishment supporting the customer on planning, implementing, and tracking team initiatives and deliverables.
• Advanced communication skills with a focus on communicating complex technical topics to non-technical individuals.
• Collaboration skills to support relationships with stakeholders to draw requirements and leverage partnerships.
• Demonstrated and thorough understanding of emerging technologies through professional experience.
• Experience developing software for scientific research for industry or academia.
• Skilled with MS Office suite of products, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with knowledge management tools, in particular Confluence.

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.

We are approximately 26,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, which is core to our values and important to attract and retain exceptional talent. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.4 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.