REI · 2 weeks ago
Enterprise Solutions Architect
Sterling, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelREI Systems is dedicated to delivering innovative technology solutions for various organizations. They are seeking a Digital Solutions Enterprise Architect to design and implement AI-driven architectures while ensuring compliance and security in federal environments.
ApparelConsumer GoodsE-CommerceFashionManufacturingOutdoorsRetailSporting GoodsSports
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Craft innovative, compelling and compliant technical solutions for approved captures, focusing on proposition, plans, products, and pricing
Design enterprise-scale, cloud-native architectures aligned with customer mission needs, leveraging expertise in AWS, Azure, hybrid cloud, distributed systems, Kubernetes, microservices, and event-driven architectures
Incorporate platform engineering principles, including reusable accelerators, DevSecOps pipelines, automation, security-by-design, and secure software supply chain patterns into proposal solutioning
Maintain Modernization Roadmap: Align digital transformation and cloud modernization strategies with the Account Agency’s CIO and business initiatives, ensuring continued relevance and value
Continuously assess emerging technologies including agentic AI, cloud-native security, compliance automation (cATO/RMF), and distributed system patterns to ensure solutions remain cutting-edge
Support Proposal Development: Lead technical solutioning on strategic captures, competitive proposals, and recompetes including architecture narratives, diagrams, compliance matrices, and cloud cost models
Provide hands-on leadership for technical orals, code challenges, and solution demonstrations (leveraging experience delivering multi-million-dollar wins)
Lead Thought Leadership: Contribute to thought leadership by aligning modernization efforts with the Account’s strategic goals and collaborating with marketing and offering teams
Foster Internal Collaboration: Build strong relationships across REI and mentor senior technical staff to support organizational growth
Technical Leadership: Lead the development of enterprise solutions that align with customer needs and support REI’s business goals
Drive REI’s cloud and platform engineering thought leadership, contributing to internal best practices, GTM offerings, accelerators, and reusable architectural patterns
Influence and Engage Stakeholders: Influence customer executives, program leadership, and technical teams to adopt modern, secure, and scalable architectures
Support Market Research: Lead responses to market research activities, contributing to insights that shape technical and business strategies
Decision Support: Provide technical input for lead identification and qualification, ensuring strategic alignment with REI’s growth objectives
Qualification
Required
Enterprise-scale Delivery Experience: Proven experience delivering large-scale software and data platforms for Federal agencies
Technical Expertise: Familiarity with multiple technology stacks, including cloud technology, AI and low-code platforms
Leadership in Proposal Generation: Experience leading the creation of technical proposals for government projects
Capture and Sales Support: Experience supporting capture and sales efforts in the U.S. Federal public sector
Solution Development Lifecycle: Expertise in end-to-end solution development using Agile methodologies
Cloud Services Knowledge: Strong knowledge of cloud services, particularly in identity management, microservices, event-driven architecture, and modern data architecture
Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, data analytics, business intelligence, economics, statistics, or mathematics
Preferred
Agile and DevSecOps Experience: Proficiency in delivery frameworks like Agile, DevSecOps, and Human-Centered Design
Advanced Cloud Expertise: Experience with advanced cloud services and their applications in modernizing enterprise solutions
Innovative Problem-Solving: A passion for solving complex business challenges with the latest technologies
Thought Leadership: Ability to provide strategic thought leadership and contribute to long-term growth strategies for the organization
Platform engineering teams: Experience building or leading platform engineering teams, internal developer platforms, and reusable enterprise accelerators
Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a clearance is preferred
Benefits
Professional development
Meaningful projects
Flexibility to spend time with family and friends
Company
REI
At Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), we exist to inspire and enable life outside for everyone.
Founded in 1938
10001+ employees
Funding
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