Architect and deploy secure, distributed platforms supporting modular, multi-service software environments.
Design and integrate APIs, microservices, and data pipelines that enable interoperability.
Define and enforce architectural principles, modularity standards, and software best practices.
Engineer solutions that bridge cloud, on-prem, and classified enclaves.
Engineer cloud-native solutions in AWS GovCloud or hybrid IL4–IL6 environments.
Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or CDK).
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines that embed security and compliance.
Design or oversee large-scale data ingestion and orchestration environments.
Transition software and platforms from prototype to production.
Engineer architectures for redundancy and resilience under degraded conditions.
Integrate emerging technologies into operational systems.
Lead by example as a hands-on technical authority and mentor software engineers.

Active Secret clearance required; TS/SCI strongly preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field (Master’s preferred).
10–15 years of progressive software engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a technical leadership or architecture role.
Proven success architecting and deploying secure, distributed, cloud-native software platforms.
Deep experience with AWS GovCloud or IL4–IL6 hybrid environments.
Hands-on proficiency with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or CDK) and CI/CD automation.
Strong understanding of DevSecOps, zero-trust principles, and mission accreditation (ATO/RMF) processes.
Demonstrated ability to operationalize software systems from prototype through accreditation in secure environments.
Strong coding experience in one or more core languages (Python, Java, C++, TypeScript).

Distinguished AI Software Engineering Lead

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