Job#: 3032297 Job Description: Apex Systems is seeking a Senior Software Architect based out of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Senior Software Architect
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico (On-site)
Employment Type: Contract to Perm
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Software Architect to provide hands-on technical leadership and strategic architectural direction for current and future space and ground systems. This role is focused on transitioning a prototype space ground system into a fully operational, large-scale mission-critical environment. This position requires an architectural thinker and experienced leader who can redesign a reference program for operational rigor, supporting massive data throughput in a continuous 24/7 mission environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee software architecture, design, development, and analysis for complex systems.
- Lead end-to-end software lifecycle efforts including requirements, design, build, integration, and test.
- Translate customer, operational, and performance requirements into scalable software architectures.
- Perform and oversee system-level analyses to identify risks, issues, and opportunities.
- Architect a real-time, mission-critical ground system capable of supporting petabyte-scale data over its lifespan.
- Lead code reviews to ensure compliance with requirements and standards.
- Evaluate and guide the adoption of emerging software technologies, tools, and frameworks.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship across software engineering teams.
Required Qualifications
Education: A Bachelor's degree is required.
Experience:- Extensive experience in software architecture and system-level software design.
- 5+ years of experience designing, developing, and implementing software test environments.
- Experience supporting defense, space, or government programs.
- Proven technical leadership of multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience with hardware/software integration, emulation, or testing, preferably in a lab environment.
- Strong background in secure, mission-critical systems.
Security Clearance: An active Top Secret / SCI U.S. Security Clearance is required to start.
Work Environment: This position requires the ability to work 100% onsite in Albuquerque, NM.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with ground-to-space or space-to-ground systems.
- Experience with Software Engineering principles such as Software Configuration Management and Software Life Cycle Management.
- Proficiency with one or more of the following: Java, C++, Python, JS frameworks (e.g., REACT), Spring Framework, Hibernate, RDBMS, MongoDB, REST, and OpenAPI.
- Experience with dependency management and automation services (e.g., Maven, Gradle, Git, Jenkins).
- Experience using cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure).
- Familiarity with practices such as test-driven development (TDD), agile software development, DevSecOps, and CI/CD management.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $126,000.00 to $217,000.00 annually. The pay rate range is $85.00 to $105.00 per hour. Specific compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other factors.
If you feel that you meet the qualifications and criteria outlined above, please submit your resume to . Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
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