Software Architect

Overview

Software Architect Location : Washington, DC (5 days a week on-site) Role Type : 6-Month Contract (Possibility for extension and fulltime)

About Our Client

Our client is a long-established organization providing advanced solutions within the technology and services industry. They operate across multiple U.S. regions, supporting both government and commercial customers. The company is committed to innovation, customer success, and delivering secure, scalable solutions. Their mission centers on solving complex challenges and driving efficiency for clients while maintaining a strong focus on integrity and collaboration.

Job Description

Your role will involve developing architecture blueprints, defining application frameworks, and advising on the integration of applications within an enterprise ecosystem. This work is located onsite in the DC area. You will collaborate closely with business leaders, technical teams, and external stakeholders to ensure application solutions meet business requirements and align with enterprise goals. The role requires a hands-on architect who can guide technical teams, support business strategy, and deliver scalable, secure, and modern application solutions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of the enterprise application architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business and IT goals.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of enterprise applications from ideation to deployment and ongoing support.
• Design and ensure seamless integration of applications across various platforms and systems, ensuring interoperability and high availability.
• Work with technical teams to design integration points, leveraging APIs, microservices, and cloud platforms for efficient communication between disparate systems.
• Lead the design and implementation of cloud-native applications or hybrid solutions leveraging platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Ensure application solutions are optimized for cloud environments, implementing strategies for application scalability, security, and high availability.
• Guide teams in the adoption of cloud-based services and platforms, ensuring seamless migration of applications to cloud infrastructure.
• Document the architecture of enterprise applications, including technical specifications, process flows, and integration patterns.

Required Experience / Skills

Nice-to-Haves

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree required.

Pay & Benefits Summary

Pay rate up to 90 / h W2

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