Software Architect

Overview As a Software Development Architect, you will work with our growingDevSecOpspractice evaluating,identifying, and developing complex software solutions usingcloud-native services, APIs, andmicros-service solutions. We are looking forcandidates with experiencewith8-10years experiencewriting software using AgileandDevSecOpsmethods such as build/release management, CI/CD practices, and test automation. Contributions Design, develop, and deploy modular micro-services and cloud-based systems Understanding the needs of stakeholders and conveying this to other developers Write and debug code for innovative software solutions Troubleshoot software quality,securityand reliability issues Participate in code reviews and quality assurance activities Automate unit and functional tests Test and examine code written by others and analyzing results Evaluate,identifyand develop complex software solutions using APIs, microservices, and cloud-native solutions Ensure that software is secure against cyber threats Identifyingtechnical problems, performing root cause analysis, and developing software updates and 'fixes' Support production releases (including deployment, troubleshooting, and testing) Document software code, features, and training guides Document as-is state of the environment, perform a gap analysis, and produce artifacts that articulate options and recommendations Leverage virtualization and containerization tooptimizeand modernize software systems Act as an individual contributor and mentor more junior team members Engineer and implement solutions andproviderecommendations for continuous improvement for the servicesprovided Qualifications Required Ability to obtain a U.S. government Security Clearance BS Degree in an IT field OR BS in a non-IT field and 2 years related IT experience 8Years of experience with one or more programming languages (Java, Ruby, react, C++, C) 8Years of experience with Git SCM providers such as GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket 8Years of experience with one or more programming or scripting languages (Python, Bash, JavaScript) Ability to obtain a U.S. government Security Clearance 5Years of experience with one or more clouds (I.e.AWS, Azure, or GCP) 5Years of experience using CI/CD pipelines with tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Pipelines,CircleCI,TravisCI Experience implementing docker containers andutilizingplatforms such as Kubernetes Experience implementing Automated Testing frameworks including unit testing Local to DMV area Preferred Certifications: AWS Cloud Practitioner AWS Solution ArchitectProfessional Azure Developer Associate 5 years of application development experience in an Agile environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills About steampunk Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $112,000 to $225,000. The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk's total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here. Identity Statement As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors. Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology , we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. As an employee owned company , we focus on investing in our employees to enable them to do the greatest work of their careers - and rewarding them for outstanding contributions to our growth. If you want to learn more about our story, visit . We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program. Refer a Friend ( Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you!Software Powered by ICIMS ( Job Location US-VA-McLean Posted Date 4 weeks ago (6/22/2026 11:52 AM) Job ID 7848 Clearance Requirement Public Trust