Product Architect

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

As an Architect for an Agile team, you will design and implement comprehensive application architecture encompassing user interface, API, microservices, databases and infrastructure

Responsibilities:

Responsible for defining and implementing product architecture, ensuring scalability, performance and reliabilityDesign and implement novel approaches to fulfill business needs, including new tools, development strategies, and testing strategies, and evangelize solutions with multiple peersMaintain sound understanding of enterprise and program level architectureLiaison with business analysts to understand business needs and develop solutions that meet business needs, technical feasibility and comply with enterprise and program level architecture and standardsParticipate in Agile ceremonies by leading in all technical aspects, including leading the platform demos to the Product Owner and all applicable stakeholdersCollaborate with the SecDevOps team and onboard new applications to the cloud-based infrastructureEvangelize the developed solution to team members and work with team members to slice and dice stories into tasks and support efficient task execution to meet project deadlinesMotivating developers, testers and creating a space where they can ask questions and voice their concernsProvide technical guidance and leadership to cross-functional teams through mentoring, coaching, and peer reviewsKeep up to date with industry trends and developmentsDesigning solutions in a Multi-Tenant Cloud Architecture that will support legacy Java, .Net and COTS client/server applicationsIdentifies risks, opportunities, compliance issues or other architectural concernsActive participation in Agile ceremonies, artifact creation, sprint testing, regression testing, demonstrations and retrospectives and solution releasesReview Cybersecurity Assessments and Static Code Analysis of developed software to define remediation's and improve software qualityDevelop and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams and design documentsMust be able to work on-site in Ashburn, VA 2-3 days per week.

Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to pass CBP background investigation, criteria include but are not limited to:3 year check for felony convictions1 year check for illegal drug use1 year check for misconduct such as theft or fraud10+ years' overall experience in software development, including hands-on experience with programming, software design patterns, and architecture as a software architect, tech lead, or a senior developerA bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related fieldProficiency in Java and associated frameworks such as Sprint/Spring boot, Kendo UI and libraries such as React, Spring, Hibernate.Familiarity with design patterns, object-oriented programming (OOP), and other software design methodologies to create modular, scalable, and maintainable systemsProfessional experience operating within cross-functional teams and groupsKnowledge of different software development processes, such as Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or DevOps, and their implications on architectural decisionsExpertise in various architectural styles, such as client-server, microservices, event-driven, or layered architectures, and their trade-offsExperience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and understanding of distributed system concepts, including scalability, fault tolerance, and data consistencyKnowledge of RESTful APIs and experience designing, implementing, and integrating APIs in a secure and efficient manner.Familiarity with relational (e.g., Postgres) and NoSQL (e.g., DynamoDB, MongoDB) databases, data modeling, and data storage best practicesSkills in analyzing and optimizing software performance, including profiling, benchmarking, and code optimization techniquesAwareness of common software security vulnerabilities and strategies to mitigate them, such as input validation, secure coding practices, and encryptionExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to succinctly present complex subject matter specifically translating technology problems/solutions to business partnersAbility and desire to stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in software architecture

You are good at:

Taking high-level business requirements and mapping them to tasks for developers and testersDesigning technical solutions using established standards and breaking them down into units of work for your teamWorking with business analysts to ensure coverage of requirementsCreating a roadmap to production for your product in a phased approach, considering legacy system decommissioningOverseeing project construction, reviewing pull requests, ensuring test coverage, maintaining high quality code, mentoring developers, removing blockers, and presenting your team’s product to various stakeholders.Hands-on development with Amazon AWS, Java (Spring/spring boot), React, PostgreSQL, JavaScript, browser technologies such as HTML, HTTP and CSS and JavaScript framework such as Kendo UI.Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment tools such as Harness, Jenkins, GitLab or BambooSystems design, systems development, systems integration, application designExperience migrating legacy applications to microservices based architecture deployed to the cloudAnticipating issues and formulating remedial actionsCollaborating with Developers, Program Managers, Testers, UI/UX, and Production Support Engineers to implement innovative technical solutions via iterative approach reducing time to deliveryExcellent technical, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skillsStrong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues and develop creative solutionsStrong experience with containerization technologies (Docker) and orchestration Tools (Kubernetes)

Desired:

Deep experience in our tech stack: Java 17, Spring/Spring boot, React, UI state management, ORM such as Hibernate, PostgreSQL, Amazon AWSHaving served in a technical lead role for one or more product teams.Optional but beneficial certifications include AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud ArchitectHaving contributed to development of enterprise architecture and standards and ability to enforce these standardsExperience with DevOps practices, including continuous integration and continuous development

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. 

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$119,800 - $263,600

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.