SAIC is seeking a mid-level Software Architect Analyst. The Analyst will support the Manpower Management Office within the Office of the Director of Administration and Management. Successful candidates will provide direct support to the Director, MMO, government AOs and SMEs. 

Candidates located within the Virginia, Maryland and District of Columbia areas preferred.  This position is 100%25 onsite located at the Mark Center. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Architect end-to-end JavaScript-based Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions supporting multiple users.
• Design scalable architectures that integrate with existing DoW business systems.
• Develop architectural roadmaps aligning technology investments with the Business Capability Acquisition Cycle (BCAC) phases.
• Guide cross-functional teams through solution design, development, and deployment actions.
• Establish coding standards and best practices for JavaScript development.
• Drive adoption of modern development methodologies including DevSecOps and Agile frameworks.
• Create technical roadmaps that balance immediate operational needs with long-term modernization goals.
• Evaluate and select JavaScript frameworks based on security requirements and internal standards.
• Support acquisition milestone decisions with comprehensive system architecture and risk assessments.
• Design and implement API getaway architectures to integrate siloed and disparate systems for seamless interoperability.
• Evaluate commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and government-off-the-shelf (GOTS) solutions against custom development options.
• Design and implement  continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines that identify issues before they reach production.
• Translate business capability requirements into implementable technical specifications.
• Design event-driven architectures using message brokers for real-time data synchronization, leveraging appropriate architectural patterns.
• Model workforce data relationships in JavaScript for organizational structures and associated business rules.
• Demonstrate knowledge of open-source and emerging technologies, their applicability to government services and potential impact.

Required Qualifications:

• Secret clearance and US citizenship.

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 9 year's of experience or Master's degree and 7 or more years of experience; Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

• 9 years of hands on-experience with JavaScript frameworks.

• 8+ years of experience of building custom HR systems.

• Deep understanding of DoDI 5000.75 and Architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF, Zachman, or DoDAF).

• Proven experience in leadership, communication, problem-solving, collaboration, adaptability, and critical thinking.

•  Deep knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies spanning traditional waterfall and Agile frameworks, with hands-on experience in analysis, design, development, testing, and continuous delivery.

• Professionalism, tact, and experience working with senior DoW leadership.

• Certification in one or more industry cloud certifications (AWS SA-Professional, AZ-305, VMware VCIX-NV, or OCI Architect Professional).

• Experience with multiple programming languages and frameworks (e.g., JavaScript, Python, and .NET).

• Knowledge or experience with government systems interoperability and data sharing.