THREE Software Architects (Java, Python, C++, Golang) in (MO, OH, and AL)

7+ to 10 years of Experience

POSITION: THREE Software Architects (Java, Python, C++, Golang) in (MO, OH, and AL)
LOCATION: St. Louis, MO and, Dayton, OH, Huntsville, AL
SALARY: Excellent Compensation 
DURATION: Full-Time – onsite in St. Louis, MO or Dayton, OH or Huntsville, AL
SKILLS: Software Architecture, Java, Python, C++, Golang

OVERVIEW:

Immediate need for THREE Software Architects for 3 different locations (St. Louis, MO; Dayton, OH; and Huntsville, AL) to support advanced technology initiatives within a secure, mission-driven environment. This role focuses on designing and guiding the implementation of scalable, secure, and modern software architectures. The position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to translate business and technical requirements into robust system solutions. Candidates should be hands-on, contributing to development efforts while driving long-term architectural strategy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-level and detailed software architecture solutions
• Partner with engineering teams to implement architectural designs and best practices
• Analyze complex technical challenges and recommend effective, scalable solutions
• Ensure systems are secure, resilient, observable, and adaptable to evolving needs
• Lead modernization efforts and define long-term technology strategies
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to translate requirements into system designs
• Align system architecture with broader enterprise and solution architecture frameworks
• Define and refine architectural backlog items and priorities
• Mentor and guide engineers on architecture principles and implementation practices
• Stay current with industry trends and modern software delivery methodologies

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in software engineering or software architecture
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, or Golang
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Active Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain one

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Familiarity with C4 modeling and tools such as Structurizr
• Knowledge of Architecture Decision Records (ADR)
• Understanding of zero-trust security models and identity/access management systems

Key Skills Required:

• Software architecture design and system modeling
• Secure and scalable system development
• Cross-functional collaboration and technical leadership

Our Ideal Candidate is an experienced Software Architect with deep experience designing secure, scalable, and modern software systems within mission-driven or defense-focused environments. They are proficient in object-oriented programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, or Golang and can translate complex business and technical requirements into robust architectural solutions. They combine strong technical leadership, systems thinking, and hands-on engineering capability while mentoring teams and driving modernization initiatives.