Amentum is seeking a Senior Systems Architect to design and build mission-critical solutions, specifically powerful and intuitive interfaces for government IT missions, aiming to support national security, technological innovation, and digital transformation.
Requirements
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages and technologies, including: C, Java, JavaScript, CSS, .NET Framework, MVC architecture, T-SQL / SQL, JavaScript Frameworks (e.g., Angular, React, Vue)
- Proven expertise in full software development lifecycle (SDLC), with hands-on experience in analysis, coding, testing, documentation, and system acceptance.
- Strong understanding of system design, prototyping, and technology evaluation to support mission objectives and enterprise scalability.
- Experience conducting requirements gathering, functional analysis, and cost-benefit assessments for large-scale IT solutions.
- Ability to develop and maintain technical documentation, system diagrams, and architecture reports.
- Familiarity with Team Foundation Server (TFS) and version control best practices.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms and services, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Responsibilities
- Lead architectural design and development efforts for enterprise-level applications using technologies including C, Java, JavaScript, CSS, MVC, .NET, and SQL.
- Design and implement scalable, maintainable solutions leveraging T-SQL, JavaScript frameworks, and scripting languages, while ensuring code structure follows best practices.
- Oversee development workflows in Team Foundation Server (TFS) and ensure proper source control, build, and release processes are followed.
- Perform system integration and prototype emerging technologies to support innovation and future-proof existing infrastructures.
- Write, review, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, data flow models, and test plans.
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending tools and approaches that improve development processes and system performance.
- Troubleshoot complex technical issues quickly and effectively, applying strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Other
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather, analyze, and define system requirements that align with customer missions and long-term goals.
- Mentor junior developers and engineers, providing code reviews, architectural guidance, and technical leadership.
- Coordinate and prioritize multiple ongoing projects and tasks to meet deadlines in a high-pressure, mission-driven environment.
- Collaborate with business analysts, developers, and senior leadership, ensuring solutions meet performance, security, and usability standards.
- Communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences to align project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
- Clearance Required: TS SCI CI-Poly
- 9+ years of experience in systems architecture, software development, or enterprise IT design. Which at least seven (7) years specialized experience.
