REQ#: RQ210687Public Trust: None Requisition Type: Pipeline Job Description

Software Architect/Subject Matter Expert 

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Software Engineering, SME. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Software Engineer, SME you will help ensure the success of the Army mission.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT 

We are seeking a highly skilled Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support a large-scale Army software sustainment and modernization program, focused on sustaining a number of key programs and transitioning legacy systems into secure, cloud-based enterprise solutions. The Software Architect shall design and implement secure, scalable, and robust data analytics and application solutions for the ARNG portfolio; develop and maintain business, systems, and information processes to support enterprise mission needs; and develop IT rules and requirements that describe baseline and target architectures.

Software Engineering Leadership

Lead full-lifecycle software engineering (requirements through sustainment).Define enterprise engineering standards aligned to Agile/DevSecOps.Develop and maintain SDLC plans ensuring traceability, auditability, and DoD/Army compliance.

Agile & DevSecOps

Build and mature DevSecOps pipelines for automated build, test, and deployment.Implement CI/CD to accelerate secure delivery.Mentor cross-functional teams in Agile practices.

Army Force Management Expertise

Apply deep knowledge of the Army Force Management Model (TAA, PPBE, GFM DI, DFS, DFE, D2R).Translate Army/Joint requirements into engineering priorities.Coordinate with HQDA G-3/5/7 GFIM CMO and stakeholders for aligned capabilities.

System Sustainment & Modernization

Oversee sustainment of legacy systems (DRRS-A, FMS, IMA, ARNG DLP, MUP).Guide modernization, decommissioning, and transition to enterprise solutions.Direct infrastructure consolidation and migration to DoD cloud environments.

Data & Compliance

Establish data quality and performance measurement processes.Produce required documentation (CSDs, TIPs, Release Plans, FRDs, RTMs) for auditability and certification.

Strategic Collaboration & Enterprise Design

Define “as-is,” transition, and “to-be” enterprise architecture for all applications.Drive collaboration with government, mission partners, and industry on product end states.Leverage commercial tools and best practices to accelerate capability delivery.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED 
Education:  

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, systems engineering, or related field. 

Experience:  

Required 8+ years of progressive experience in software development, with a minimum of three or more years in a software or data architect role.Required hands-on experience with data analytics technologies, including data warehousing, extract, transform, load (ETL) tools, and big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop).

Technical skills:  

Expertise in software development lifecycle management, system architecture, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure), and enterprise system integration.Familiarity with modern tools such as Kubernetes, Jenkins, GitLab/GitHub, Docker, and automated test frameworks. 

Desired/Preferred Experience: 

It is desired that the Software Architect has the following qualifications:

Experience managing service operations as a service manager against SLAs on a DoD TO/contract.Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, and experience with command-line tools for automation and data manipulation.Experience with COOP/Continuity of Government (COG) planning.Expertise in designing and implementing solutions using cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure, or Google Cloud.

Security clearance level:  

Active DoD Top Secret US citizenship required

Certification(s): 

Possess the appropriate certifications to achieve DoDM 8140.03 qualification requirements for the DCWF work role 651.

Work Location: 

Full time onsite support Falls Church, VA.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE 

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. 

Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities 

Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals 

Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off 

Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace