Job Description
Job Description
Title : Solution Architect
Reports to : Director of Business Development and Strategic Initiatives
Location : North Sioux City, SD or other Sterling locations.
Job Description : We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to join our team with a focus on technical solutioning and proposal development for IT programs. This role combines deep technical architecture expertise with strong business development acumen to design innovative solutions and craft compelling proposals that win competitive contracts.
Required Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience in solution architecture for enterprise IT systems
- 3+ years of experience writing technical proposals for federal government contracts
- Deep understanding of federal acquisition processes, evaluation criteria, and compliance requirements
- Proven track record of winning competitive federal IT contracts valued at $5M+
- Strong technical writing skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling narratives
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, Google Cloud for Government)
- Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field; Master's preferredExperience with DevSecOps, agile development methodologies, and modern software delivery practicesBackground in systems integration, data analytics, or emerging technologies (AI / ML, IoT, blockchain)PMP or similar project management certificationPrimary Responsibilities
Solution Architecture & Design
Lead the design of complex, scalable IT solutions including AI / ML platforms, cloud architectures, enterprise systems integration, cybersecurity frameworks, intelligent automation, and modernization initiativesDevelop comprehensive technical architectures that align with specific requirements, compliance standards (FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST), and agency / customer specific needsCreate detailed solution diagrams, technical specifications, and implementation roadmaps that demonstrate clear value propositionsCollaborate with engineering teams to ensure proposed solutions are technically feasible and can be delivered within project constraintsProposal Development
Lead technical writing and solution development for RFPs, TOs and other acquisition contractsAnalyze solicitation requirements and collaborate to develop win strategies that differentiate our solutions in competitive environmentsAuthor technical volumes, management approaches, and past performance narratives that clearly articulate our capabilities and methodologyCoordinate with capture managers, subject matter experts, and pricing teams to develop comprehensive, compliant proposalsStakeholder Engagement
Interface directly with federal program managers, contracting officers, and technical evaluators during the pre-proposal and proposal phasesPresent technical solutions to stakeholders and respond to questions during oral presentationsBuild relationships with key decision-makers across target federal agencies to understand upcoming requirements and pain pointsSterling Computers Corporation (“Sterling”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, disability, medical condition, economic status or status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status, national or social or ethnic origin, past or present membership in the uniformed services, protected veteran status, sex, pregnancy, marital or civil union or domestic partnership status, family or parental status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, family medical history or genetic information, HIV status, political belief, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.