Senior Solutions Architect

Analytica is seeking a highly experienced Senior Solutions Architect to provide strategic technical leadership and subject matter expertise for a government agency's AI, data analytics, and IT infrastructure initiatives.

This role requires deep expertise in enterprise architecture, agile development practices, and government technology standards, with a focus on building scalable, sustainable solutions that reduce operational overhead while supporting agency-wide digital transformation.

This position offers the opportunity to drive significant technological advancement within a government agency while building sustainable, scalable infrastructure that supports critical national security and operational missions.  Analytica has been recognized by Inc.

Magazine as one of the fastest-growing 250 businesses in the US for 3 years.

We work with U.S. government clients in health, civilian, and national security missions to build better technology products that impact our day-to-day lives.

The company offers competitive compensation with opportunities for bonuses, employer-paid health care, training and development funds, and 401k match.    Responsibilities :

• ​ Agile Development Leadership & Process Optimization :   Serve as subject matter expert on agile software development methodologies, providing strategic guidance on sprint durations, release frequencies, and delivery cadences for government projects  Develop comprehensive documentation and recommendations on agile best practices, including code development, integration, testing, quality assurance, and configuration control processes  Guide project teams through agile planning and execution phases, ensuring alignment with government standards and compliance requirements  Enterprise Architecture & Infrastructure Design :   Provide senior technical expertise and architectural recommendations aligned with IT and AI engineering standards and best practices  Lead the design and establishment of scalable computer infrastructure supporting program projects with potential for agency-wide implementation  Develop architectural blueprints that balance performance, security, compliance, and cost-effectiveness while reducing operational overhead  Strategic Planning & Implementation Oversight :   Track and evaluate government customer's implementation progress, management practices, and lifecycle planning to ensure strategic alignment  Identify and recommend potential stakeholders including engineers, commercial vendors, governmental partners, and academic institutions to strengthen DoD data analytics and AI capabilities  Facilitate collaboration between diverse stakeholders to build sustainable, scalable IT infrastructure and software solutions  Risk Assessment & Migration Strategy :   Conduct comprehensive engineering analysis to identify operational risks associated with migration strategies and technology transitions  Evaluate hardware / software configurations and architecture impacts on system performance and security  Assess environmental infrastructure considerations including terrestrial data center vs. cloud deployment options  Analyze information access and control requirements to ensure compliance with government security standards  Advanced Technology Integration :   Perform domain-to-capability mapping analysis to identify and implement state-of-the-art tools for optimal outcomes  Evaluate emerging technologies including AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics platforms for government applications  Develop technology roadmaps that align with agency strategic objectives and budget constraints  Policy & Organizational Change Management :   Provide subject matter expertise on reducing policy, process, and organizational barriers to agency-wide data, analytics, and AI adoption  Develop change management strategies that address cultural, technical, and procedural challenges  Collaborate with leadership to identify and mitigate adoption barriers while promoting best practices  Strategic Communication & Stakeholder Management :   Support strategic planning initiatives through clear communication and messaging regarding project scope, capabilities, and limitations  Develop executive-level presentations and technical documentation that accurately convey project expectations and outcomes  Facilitate stakeholder meetings and workshops to ensure alignment between technical capabilities and business objectives  Required Qualifications : ​ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred  Minimum 10 years of experience in enterprise architecture and solutions design, with at least 5 years in government or defense sector  Strong expertise in agile development methodologies with relevant certifications (Scrum Master, SAFe, etc.)  Deep understanding of government IT standards, compliance requirements, and security frameworks  Proven experience with cloud platforms, data analytics, and AI / ML technologies  Current security clearance or ability to obtain required clearance level  Preferred Qualifications :   Advanced degree in relevant technical field  Experience with DoD or federal agency digital transformation initiatives  Certifications in enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, FEAF, etc.)  Knowledge of government acquisition processes and contracting requirements  Experience with DevSecOps practices and automated deployment pipelines  Analytica LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
• As a federal contractor, we comply with the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.
• We ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
• We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.
• Analytica LLC also provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws When receiving email communication from Analytica, please ensure that the email domain is analytica.net to verify its authenticity.
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