Technical Lead, Solution Architect

A-TEK, Inc.

. Lead technical design and implementation for assigned NIGMS applications, APIs, and integrations .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeRockville • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $170,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading the design and implementation of enterprise applications, particularly in modernizing legacy systems while ensuring compliance with federal health information standards. Proficient in guiding development teams in Python, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL, while establishing best practices for code quality and operational handoff.

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AWS Solutions Architect Professional CertificationPython Services DevelopmentReact Front-End DevelopmentAPI Design and IntegrationPostgreSQL Database Migration

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Hard Skills

PythonTypeScriptReactFastAPIPostgreSQLAPI DesignRelational Database DesignGraphQL FederationLegacy System MigrationAutomated Testing

Soft Skills

LeadershipClear CommunicationCross-Team CollaborationProblem SolvingStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

AWSAmazon EKSDevSecOpsHHS Enterprise Performance Life CycleAI-Assisted Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

AWS Solutions Architect Professional CertificationAWS DevOps Engineer Professional Certification

Industry Keywords

NIGMS ApplicationsFederal Health Information SystemsNIH Suitability RequirementsSection 508 Accessibility RequirementsFederal Security Authorization Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformGraphQLJavaScriptOraclePostgresPythonReactTypeScript.NET

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead technical design and implementation for assigned NIGMS applications, APIs, and integrations
Guide development of React and TypeScript front ends, Python and FastAPI services, and PostgreSQL data capabilities within the Government-approved architecture
Plan phased migration from legacy .NET and Oracle components, defining coexistence, data reconciliation, cutover, rollback, stabilization, and retirement criteria
Establish standards for code review, API contracts, automated testing, accessibility, security, documentation, and operational handoff
Coordinate technical dependencies with NIGMS DevSecOps, cloud and platform teams, security staff, system owners, and contractors
Support production issue resolution and corrective maintenance while preserving capacity for modernization
Review architecture and release evidence, identify technical risks, and explain options and tradeoffs to Government stakeholders
Validate undocumented business rules and application flows with users and subject matter experts
Evaluate approved automation methods for drafting design, test, or HHS Enterprise Performance Life Cycle documentation, ensuring qualified staff review the artifacts

Requirements

What you’ll need

AWS Solutions Architect Professional Certification
Demonstrated experience leading the design and delivery of enterprise applications through a phased modernization
Hands-on expertise with Python services and modern JavaScript or TypeScript front-end development
Experience designing APIs and integrating applications with identity, data, and enterprise services
Experience with relational database design and migration, including PostgreSQL and legacy database environments
Ability to lead developers, review technical work, resolve cross-team dependencies, and communicate clearly with program and technical stakeholders
Experience maintaining production service while delivering substantial application changes
Ability to meet applicable NIH suitability and system-access requirements
Preferred: Experience with React, FastAPI, GraphQL federation, Amazon EKS, and Oracle-to-PostgreSQL migration
Preferred: Experience supporting NIH, HHS, or comparable federal health information systems
Preferred: Familiarity with HHS Enterprise Performance Life Cycle documentation, federal security authorization processes, and Section 508 accessibility requirements
Preferred: AWS DevOps Engineer Professional, or another relevant advanced AWS, Azure, or GCP certification
Preferred: Experience using automated analysis or AI-assisted tools to prepare draft technical documentation and test assets, with appropriate data controls and human review

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities