Software Solutions Architect

Job ID: 2618002
Location: Chantilly, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-11-02
Category: Information Technology
Subcategory: Cloud Comp Engr
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: No
Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI_wPoly
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description
SAIC is seeking Senior Software Solutions Architect to support SAIC's Prime Program, Aretuza in Chantilly, VA. Aretuza SAIC's large SETA program, supporting the NRO's Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED), responsible for the acquisition of systems over the complete end-to-end life cycle.
Note: The role requires an active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph.
As the Software Solutions Architect you will be involved in designing, developing, and overseeing comprehensive software solutions that align with our business objectives while implementing cutting edge solutions for customers across the IC and globe. You will also need to possess experience in software architecture, mission frameworks, have a solid understanding of emerging technologies, and demonstrate strong communication skills to be successful. Experience in government acquisitions is helpful but not required.
Key Responsibilities to include:

• Design and implement scalable, robust, and secure software architecture solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Lead architectural reviews and recommend improvements to existing systems and processes.
• Oversee the development process ensuring adherence to architectural standards and best practices.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to all portfolio teams throughout project lifecycles.
• Conduct risk assessment and mitigation strategies for software solutions.
• Stay updated with the latest technological trends and incorporate relevant advancements into architectural solutions.
• Prepare documentation and deliver presentations on architectural decisions and project updates.
• Facilitate the alignment of Government IT Portfolio strategy with business goals and objectives in support of meeting critical milestones and future vision objectives for the organization.

Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience. Relevant experience to be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph.
• Experience serving as a Software Architect, Enterprise Architect, Chief Engineer, Technical Lead, or similar role.
• Experience supporting large-scale software, cloud, or enterprise modernization initiatives.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing, application integration, distributed systems, and microservices architectures.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to senior Government and technical stakeholders.
• Experience supporting the NRO, Intelligence Community, or DoD customers.
• Experience providing SETA or technical advisory support.
• Knowledge of AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, and modern DevSecOps practices.
• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks such as DoDAF or TOGAF.
• Experience leading technical reviews, roadmap development, and modernization planning efforts.
• Experience with Artificial Intelligence(AI)/ Super Intelligence(SI) a PLUS!

Target salary range: $180,001 - $220,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .