Product Architect

C. Mack Solutions

. Define and implement product architecture for scalability, performance, and reliability .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeAshburn • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $150,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software architecture, design patterns, and cloud technologies, with a strong focus on scalability, performance, and security. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in Agile environments while mentoring developers and ensuring high-quality software delivery.

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Software ArchitectureTypeScriptAWS Cloud PlatformsAgile MethodologiesMicroservices Architecture

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Hard Skills

Software Design PatternsRESTful API DevelopmentPostgres SQLJava/Spring/Spring BootDockerKubernetesData ModelingProfiling and BenchmarkingVersion ControlGeospatial Software

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsMentoring and CoachingCollaborationTechnical Guidance

Tools & Technologies

JenkinsGitLabHarnessWebRTCKendo UI

Certifications & Qualifications

AWS Certified Solutions ArchitectGoogle Cloud Professional Cloud Architect

Industry Keywords

AgileScrumDevOpsCross-Functional TeamsCybersecurity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudCyber SecurityDistributed SystemsDockerJavaJavaScriptJenkinsKubernetesMicroservicesPostgresReactSpringSpring BootSpringBootSQLTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and implement product architecture for scalability, performance, and reliability
Design and implement novel tools, development strategies, and testing strategies
Maintain enterprise- and program-level architecture knowledge
Liaise with business analysts to understand needs and develop feasible, compliant solutions
Lead technical aspects of Agile ceremonies and platform demos
Collaborate with SecDevOps and onboard applications to cloud infrastructure
Evangelize solutions and help teams break stories into executable tasks
Motivate developers and testers and foster an environment for questions and concerns
Provide technical guidance through mentoring, coaching, and peer reviews
Design solutions in a multi-tenant cloud architecture
Identify risks, opportunities, compliance issues, and architectural concerns
Participate in Agile ceremonies, artifact creation, sprint and regression testing, demonstrations, retrospectives, and releases
Review cybersecurity assessments and static code analysis to define remediation and improve software quality
Develop and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and design documents
Map high-level business requirements to developer and tester tasks
Design technical solutions using established standards and break them into team units of work
Ensure requirements coverage with business analysts
Create a phased production roadmap, including legacy-system decommissioning
Oversee construction, review pull requests, ensure test coverage, maintain code quality, mentor developers, remove blockers, and present products to stakeholders
Perform systems design, development, integration, and application design
Migrate legacy applications to cloud-deployed microservices architectures
Anticipate issues and formulate remedial actions
Collaborate with Developers, Program Managers, Testers, UI/UX, and Production Support Engineers to deliver iterative technical solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must live within the DC, MD, VA area
U.S. Citizenship is required
Must be able to obtain a CBP/DHS Public Trust clearance
10+ years' overall experience in software development
Hands-on experience with programming, software design patterns, and architecture as a software architect, tech lead, or senior developer
Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field
Expertise in TypeScript, Postgres SQL, Postgres Streams, Gemini AI, WebRTC, and geospatial software, with design and hands-on experience
Expertise in design patterns, object-oriented programming, and software design methodologies
Experience operating within cross-functional teams and groups
Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or DevOps processes
Expertise in client-server, microservices, event-driven, or layered architectures
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Google Cloud
Understanding of distributed systems, scalability, fault tolerance, and data consistency
Experience designing, implementing, and integrating secure RESTful APIs
Experience with relational databases, data modeling, and data storage best practices
Skills in profiling, benchmarking, and code optimization
Experience in baseline management, merges, and version control
Understanding of software security vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies
Hands-on development with Amazon AWS, Java/Spring/Spring Boot, React, PostgreSQL, JavaScript, HTML, HTTP, CSS, and Kendo UI
Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD tools such as Harness, Jenkins, and GitLab
Strong experience with Docker and Kubernetes
Able to work a hybrid schedule, onsite 1–2 days per week in Ashburn, VA
Optional certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices
Excellent technical, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills
Strong problem-solving skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plans
Paid time off
Other supplemental programs