Posted today
Top Secret
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
Unspecified
Occasional travel
IT - Software
Albuquerque, NM (On-Site/Office)
A leading aerospace and defense organization is seeking a Senior Software Architect to join its Space Mission Systems (SMS) Rapid Space Capabilities (RSC) portfolio, supporting the Rocky program in Albuquerque, NM. This role will lead end-to-end software development efforts, including architecture, design, development, and testing, while also providing enterprise-level software architecture direction for current and future SMS ground-based solutions.
The selected candidate will work across all phases of the engineering lifecycle—technology investment, concept development, proposals, requirements, design, build, integration, test, and demonstration—supporting next-generation space and ground technologies for commercial, government, and proprietary customers.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
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Position Responsibilities
• Oversee architecture, design, development, and analysis of complex software systems
• Translate customer and operational requirements into software solutions through collaboration with stakeholders
• Conduct and oversee system-level analyses to identify risks, issues, and opportunities
• Lead software teams through code reviews to ensure compliance with requirements and standards
• Review products and processes for alignment with project plans and industry standards
• Research and implement emerging software technologies, tools, and frameworks
• Provide technical leadership across program and organizational software initiatives
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Basic Qualifications
• 10+ years of experience with core Computer Science concepts, object-oriented design, and software patterns
• Experience with space/satellite ground mission systems or related domains
• Proven experience leading software development efforts in Architect, Lead Engineer, or Chief Engineer roles
• Active Top Secret/SCI U.S. Security Clearance
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Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with Java, C++, Python, and JavaScript frameworks (React, jQuery UI, OpenLayers, etc.)
• Experience with Spring Framework, Hibernate, RDBMS, MongoDB, REST APIs, and OpenAPI
• Experience with build, dependency management, and automation tools (Maven, Gradle, Git, Jenkins, etc.)
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
• Familiarity with TDD, Agile, DevSecOps, and CI/CD practices
• Experience with software for control systems, embedded FPGA, low-latency deterministic systems, operator interfaces, ground antennas, optical sensors, or gimbal control systems
The selected candidate will work across all phases of the engineering lifecycle—technology investment, concept development, proposals, requirements, design, build, integration, test, and demonstration—supporting next-generation space and ground technologies for commercial, government, and proprietary customers.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
________________________________________
Position Responsibilities
• Oversee architecture, design, development, and analysis of complex software systems
• Translate customer and operational requirements into software solutions through collaboration with stakeholders
• Conduct and oversee system-level analyses to identify risks, issues, and opportunities
• Lead software teams through code reviews to ensure compliance with requirements and standards
• Review products and processes for alignment with project plans and industry standards
• Research and implement emerging software technologies, tools, and frameworks
• Provide technical leadership across program and organizational software initiatives
________________________________________
Basic Qualifications
• 10+ years of experience with core Computer Science concepts, object-oriented design, and software patterns
• Experience with space/satellite ground mission systems or related domains
• Proven experience leading software development efforts in Architect, Lead Engineer, or Chief Engineer roles
• Active Top Secret/SCI U.S. Security Clearance
________________________________________
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with Java, C++, Python, and JavaScript frameworks (React, jQuery UI, OpenLayers, etc.)
• Experience with Spring Framework, Hibernate, RDBMS, MongoDB, REST APIs, and OpenAPI
• Experience with build, dependency management, and automation tools (Maven, Gradle, Git, Jenkins, etc.)
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
• Familiarity with TDD, Agile, DevSecOps, and CI/CD practices
• Experience with software for control systems, embedded FPGA, low-latency deterministic systems, operator interfaces, ground antennas, optical sensors, or gimbal control systems
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