Software Architect Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel: Local Anticipated Posting End: 9/27/2025 **The Opportunity** + Join the GEOINT Tradecraft Suite (GTS) program as a Software Architect supporting the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). + Guide long-term technical direction for a mature, mission-critical system with a large user base. + Collaborate closely with developers and stakeholders to align architecture with mission goals. + Contribute directly as a senior developer, influencing both design and implementation. + Leverage your experience in secure, cloud-based systems to evolve the platform’s architecture in step with emerging technologies like LLMs. **Responsibilities** + Define and maintain system architecture across multiple software components and services. + Lead integration of new capabilities with NGA Core Services and existing enterprise tools. + Provide hands-on support for software development, particularly in Java and cloud-native systems. + Collaborate with security engineers to ensure compliance with NGA cybersecurity standards. + Identify and evaluate new technologies (e.g., LLMs, AWS Bedrock) for incorporation into the architecture. + Work with program leadership to align architecture decisions with contract goals and milestones. + Assist in technical decision-making, including build vs. buy analysis and component selection. + Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers. + Represent GTS architecture in technical exchange meetings and customer engagements. + Author architectural documentation to support ATO, accreditation, and sustainment. + Support integration and deployment in classified environments. **Qualifications** _Required:_ + Active TS/SCI clearance and a polygraph preferred. + Bachelors of Science in a scientific, mathematical, or engineering discipline, OR equivalent years of experience in lieu of a degree + 10+ years of experience designing and maintaining system architectures in enterprise software systems. + Strong Java development background with hands-on coding experience. + Deep understanding of software integration patterns and practices. + Familiarity with NGA Core Services and IC integration challenges. + Experience with cloud-based architecture and deployments. + Working knowledge of LLM integration and application design. + Background in security engineering and secure software development practices. _Desired:_ + Prior team leadership or technical mentorship experience. + Front-end design experience, especially with React.js. + Familiarity with AWS Bedrock and generative AI service integration. + Experience optimizing relational and NoSQL database performance. + Understanding of Agile development practices and DevSecOps pipelines. - **________________________________________________________________________________________** **What You Can Expect:** **A culture of integrity.** At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation. **An environment of trust.** CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality. **A focus on continuous growth.** Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. **Your potential is limitless.** So is ours. Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci) **________________________________________________________________________________________** **Pay Range** : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) . The proposed salary range for this position is: $126,100 - 277,300 USD _CACI is_ _an Equal Opportunity Employer._ _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any_ _other protected characteristic._