Aptonet · 15 hours ago
Software Architect
Washington, DC
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
$80/hr - $89/hr
7+ years expAptonet is focused on providing technical leadership for government systems, and they are seeking a Software Architect to design, develop, and optimize enterprise application architectures. This role involves defining architecture blueprints, ensuring application integration, and mentoring cross-functional teams while working closely with stakeholders.
Enterprise SoftwareEducationHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyStaffing AgencyTraining
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Erika Ham
Responsibilities
Lead the design and implementation of enterprise application architecture strategies aligned with business objectives and IT standards
Oversee the full lifecycle of enterprise applications, from ideation and design through deployment, optimization, and ongoing support
Design and ensure seamless integration of applications across platforms and systems, ensuring interoperability, scalability, security, and high availability
Collaborate with technical teams to design and implement integration points using APIs, microservices, and cloud platforms
Lead the design and implementation of cloud-native and hybrid application solutions using AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Optimize application solutions for cloud environments, including scalability, resilience, security, and performance
Guide teams through cloud adoption and application migration strategies
Document enterprise application architectures, including technical specifications, process flows, and integration patterns
Provide technical leadership to cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers and influencing architectural standards and best practices
Communicate architectural concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including customers
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship required
Public Trust security clearance (DOJ preferred; must be granted before start)
Enterprise application architecture and software architecture leadership
Application integration using APIs, microservices, and cloud technologies
Cloud-native and hybrid architecture design (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Modern application architectures including microservices, containerization (Docker), and Kubernetes
Enterprise application platforms (e.g., Salesforce, SAP, Oracle)
Application development methodologies: Agile, DevOps, CI/CD
Software development (minimum 5 years)
Application security practices, including secure coding and data protection
Database technologies and integration (SQL and NoSQL)
Sprint Pointing experience
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
7+ years of experience in software architecture with a focus on enterprise applications
At least 3–5 years of hands-on enterprise architecture experience
5+ years of software development experience
2+ years of experience leading teams or technical projects
Proven ability to lead, influence, and communicate across technical and business stakeholders
Preferred
Hybrid cloud application architecture design
Kubernetes-based container orchestration tools
Advanced DevOps principles applied to enterprise architectures
Machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) integration into enterprise applications
Certifications such as TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or CISSP
Company
Aptonet
Aptonet delivers innovative IoT, operations research, mobility & web solutions along with staffing services with a focus on professionalism.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase