Solution System Architect/Engineer

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Trilogy Federal

💵 $90k-$105k
📍Remote - United States

Summary

Join Trilogy Federal as a Solution System Architect/Engineer supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This visionary technical leadership role requires designing scalable, secure IT solutions within a fast-paced environment. You will architect and engineer systems modernizing VA corporate IT services, integrating legacy applications and DevSecOps initiatives. A Certified SAFe Architect (SA) certification and proficiency in aligning technical architectures with VA’s VIP Lean-Agile framework are essential. The position involves bridging business needs and technical execution, delivering innovative, compliant solutions. Note that this position is contingent upon award (Q2/Q3 2025) and may require occasional travel to D.C.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
  • Certified SAFe Architect (SA) certification required
  • 5+ years of experience in solution architecture, systems engineering, or a related role, with a focus on federal or VA IT environments
  • Proven expertise in designing enterprise-scale IT systems, integrating cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and applying SAFe methodologies in Agile settings
  • Strong technical and strategic skills, with the ability to balance innovation, security, and scalability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint) and VA-approved tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, ServiceNow)
  • Ability to adapt to evolving technical requirements and travel occasionally to VA sites in Washington, D.C., as needed
  • Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop end-to-end system architectures for VA corporate IT solutions, integrating legacy systems with modern cloud-based and DevSecOps environments (e.g., AWS, Azure)
  • Define technical strategies and roadmaps that align with CCSS 2 objectives, ensuring scalability, security, and performance of VA systems across the enterprise
  • Lead the translation of VA stakeholder requirements into actionable architectural designs, collaborating with Scrum Masters, DevOps Engineers, and Release Managers to support Agile delivery
  • Implement SAFe architectural principles, guiding Agile Release Trains (ARTs) and ensuring solution designs support continuous delivery and incremental value to VA end-users
  • Engineer solutions leveraging key technologies (e.g., Java, SQL Server, Oracle Database, Jenkins) to modernize legacy applications and enable Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) workflows
  • Ensure architectural compliance with VA security and privacy standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST 800-53, FIPS 140-2), incorporating encryption, access controls, and monitoring into system designs
  • Utilize VA-approved tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, ServiceNow) to document architectural designs, track changes, and contribute to Biweekly Status Reports on solution progress and technical risks
  • Provide technical leadership during Agile ceremonies (e.g., PI planning, sprint reviews), aligning system designs with sprint goals and the VIP Lean-Agile framework
  • Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) or containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), to enhance VA OIT’s modernization efforts
  • Collaborate with VA stakeholders, including the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), to validate solution designs, address technical challenges, and deliver exceptional customer outcomes
  • Mentor team members on architectural best practices and SAFe principles, contributing to Trilogy’s staff development initiatives and fostering a culture of technical excellence
  • Assess and mitigate risks related to system architecture, ensuring designs remain adaptable to evolving VA requirements and technical standards

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s preferred
  • Additional certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or TOGAF preferred

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision plans
  • Optional FSA
  • Paid parental leave
  • Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer contributions 100% vested from day 1
  • Paid time off and 11 paid holidays
  • No cost group term life/AD&D plan, and optional supplemental coverage
  • Pet insurance
  • Monthly phone and internet stipend
  • Tuition and training reimbursement

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