Lead Software Solutions Architect

2 weeks ago


Arlington, Virginia, United States VMD Corp Full time
Job Overview

About the Mission:

The Department of State has engaged VMD to manage both internal and external-facing informational websites and web applications specifically for the Bureau of Consular Affairs. VMD's objective is to execute migration and decommissioning tasks on legacy websites to facilitate the modernization of its web governance, architecture, and design.

Your Contribution to the Mission:

VMD offers an exciting opportunity for a skilled technology leader to become part of VMD's Department of State Program as a Software Architect. This role will also support VMD's Enterprise Solutions as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and will have a significant influence on the company's growth and technical capabilities. In this position, you will have the chance to:

  • Drive innovation across VMD; act as a senior technologist to propose and implement technology solutions for a diverse range of clients, primarily focused on the Department of State's Consular Affairs to support their mission.
  • Stay abreast of technological advancements and envision future possibilities.
  • Serve as VMD's Software Architecture advocate. Lead and mentor agile teams to define architecture, design, develop, and implement solutions, while also supporting the creation of public-facing web applications.
  • Utilize advanced technical expertise to analyze and troubleshoot database applications and their operational environments.
  • Collaborate as part of a highly skilled Agile team and provide off-hours support as necessary.
  • Act as a consultant to clients and external contract teams to achieve program and release objectives. Contribute to business development initiatives across the company by providing thought leadership on agile development, cloud migration, microservices, and containerization.
  • Effectively communicate modernization technologies and provide expert insights on architectural requirements for success.
  • Quickly grasp and engage with emerging technologies and concepts, including artificial intelligence, big data, and blockchain.
  • Guide the architectural initiatives of the company, including internal support systems and infrastructure, as well as establishing sandboxes for business development in AWS and/or Salesforce.
  • Engage with senior government officials across VMD's portfolio to offer guidance on modernizing government systems and applications.

Required Experience for Success:

  • A minimum of 10 years of overall experience, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in the following technologies, tools, and platforms:
    • Languages: C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, XML
    • Frameworks: ASP.NET, .Net 4, WCF, Entity, Design Patterns, ERD
    • Front-end Development: ASP.NET, Bootstrap, AngularJS, MVC, AJAX, Web Services, Kendo
    • Databases: Oracle 11g, PL/SQL, SQLPlus, Toad, SQL Server
    • Platforms/Tools: Visual Studio, TFS, IIS, Windows Server, HTTPS, CLM, GitLab, Selenium, Jenkins
  • Experience with build scripts and continuous integration using tools such as Gitlab, CLM, Jira, Nexus, Docker, Puppet, Jenkins, Gitlab-ci, Beaker, OATS/Selenium, Confluence, Maven, SonarQube, Team Foundation Server (TFS).
  • Recent positions held at the software architect level or equivalent.
  • Strong understanding of Networking and Application Security.
  • Extensive experience in Agile methodologies, SDLC, and development processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with the Department of State.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices.
  • Proficiency in application-network troubleshooting.
  • Experience with Azure.
  • Knowledge of COTS products such as AEM or Solr.
  • Experience with Java / J2EE / JSP or mobile development.
  • AWS architect certification.
  • Experience with Salesforce.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related IT field.
  • Can Additional Years of Experience Substitute for Degree? No.
  • Minimum Years of Overall Experience: 10.
  • Minimum Years of Specific Experience in Field: 5.
  • Minimum Clearance to Start: Interim Secret.
  • Work Status Allowable: US Citizenship.
  • Required Certification(s): None.

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

  • You are inquisitive and have shown a continuous desire to learn through your actions.
  • You possess a keen attention to detail.
  • You demonstrate accountability and integrity in all your endeavors.

Travel and Telecommuting:

  • Travel: None.
  • Telecommute Options: Hybrid.
Company Overview

Our mission has now expanded, and we have merged with Xcelerate Solutions to revolutionize end-to-end enterprise security. Together, we are dedicated to safeguarding our nation's citizens, critical infrastructure, and resources. As a Vision, Mission, and Driven company, VMD has been delivering information technology solutions to the Federal government in Agile Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Critical Infrastructure Protection since 2002.

Why Choose VMD Corp?

At VMD, now part of Xcelerate Solutions, you have the opportunity to excel in your career and become a Game Changer. The quality and talent of our workforce drive our success. We prioritize an employee-first culture and offer professional development opportunities that encourage career advancement.

We are committed to protecting American Citizens and the nation's most critical infrastructure by collaborating with our clients and delivering innovative solutions to enhance their missions. Our passion and dedication to achieving our clients' objectives and addressing their most pressing challenges define our identity. We don't just aspire to greatness; we act on it through teamwork, commitment, and resilience.



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