Director, Solutions Architecture

BAE Systems, Inc.

. Set the strategic architectural vision for Infrastructure & Operations .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesLead💰 $153,377 - $260,743 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in cloud architecture, including AWS and Azure, with a strong focus on strategic architectural vision and compliance in highly regulated environments. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive large-scale transformation initiatives while ensuring alignment and clarity across technical and business stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cloud Architecture ExpertiseInfrastructure As Code (IaC) ToolingTeam Leadership in ArchitectureStrategic Communication SkillsRegulatory Compliance Experience

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Hard Skills

Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, Multi-Cloud)Infrastructure Design PrinciplesCloud MigrationPlatform TransformationArchitectural Standards DevelopmentAutomation-Driven EngineeringArchitectural Review Board ComplianceEnterprise Architecture IntegrationOperating Models DefinitionEngagement Frameworks

Soft Skills

Influencing Without AuthorityCollaborative MindsetExcellent Communication SkillsBuilding AlignmentStrategic Thinking

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Industry Keywords

Infrastructure & OperationsCybersecurityEnterprise GovernanceDefense-Industrial-Base ComplianceOperational Consistency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set the strategic architectural vision for Infrastructure & Operations
Lead architectural direction for enterprise cloud migration, private cloud evolution, and large-scale transformation efforts
Establish architectural patterns, standards, and reusable designs across platforms and environments
Partner with Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity, Applications, Program Management, and business stakeholders
Build, lead, and develop a multidisciplinary team of solutions architects
Define operating models, engagement frameworks, and role clarity for architecture capabilities
Represent Infrastructure & Operations in enterprise governance forums
Ensure designs meet architectural review board expectations and compliance requirements
Integrate security, regulatory, and defense-industrial-base compliance needs into platform architecture
Provide executive-ready communication and guidance on complex, ambiguous, and high-impact initiatives
Shape Infrastructure & Operations architectural strategy
Accelerate cloud adoption, private cloud modernization, and automation-driven engineering
Strengthen security, compliance, and operational consistency across I&O platforms
Improve enterprise alignment through predictable, transparent, and trusted architectural engagement

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in infrastructure, cloud, or platform architecture
5+ years leading architecture or engineering teams
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or multi-cloud)
Expertise in IaC tooling and modern infrastructure design principles
Proven success driving modernization, cloud migration, platform transformation, or large-scale technical change
Ability to influence without authority and build alignment across diverse technical and business teams
Excellent communication skills for conveying architectural strategy to engineers, leaders, and executives
Experience supporting highly regulated, secure, or complex enterprise environments
Strategic, collaborative mindset focused on architectural clarity, enterprise consistency, and long-term vision

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health savings accounts
401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
Legal plan
Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Paid military leave
Paid bereavement leave
Applicable federal and state sick leave
Monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics