Principal Technical Architect – Enterprise Application Modernization

Concept Solutions, LLC

. Own and maintain the target architecture, including all architectural design decisions of record .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $250,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in software architecture with a focus on identity federation, zero-trust web platforms, and event-driven architectures. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and communicate complex architectural decisions effectively to stakeholders.

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Software ArchitectureIdentity FederationEvent-Driven ArchitectureTechnical LeadershipAWS GovCloud

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Hard Skills

Enterprise-Scale SolutionsArchitectural DesignIntegration with Legacy SystemsArchitectural Conformance ChecksApplication Onboarding

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

KeycloakOpen Policy Agent (OPA)DebeziumEnvoyKubernetes

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Security ClearanceDoW Security Clearance Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Department of War (DoW)Risk Management Framework (RMF)Zero-Trust Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSKubernetes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and maintain the target architecture, including all architectural design decisions of record
Define and oversee architecture for identity federation and attribute-based access control, the composable application shell, the event-driven work-item hub, externalized business rules, the capability registry, and the integration gateway
Establish technical direction and architectural standards for secure, scalable, and interoperable enterprise applications
Serve as the senior technical authority over the Platform Lead and development squad leads
Define integration levels for applications connecting to and participating in the enterprise platform
Establish architectural conformance checks and technical requirements for application onboarding
Review and approve application manifests before applications are admitted into the capability registry
Ensure secure integration between modern applications and legacy systems
Present and defend architectural designs and decisions during sprint demonstrations, phase-exit reviews, and customer architecture and authorization boards
Collaborate with technical teams and government stakeholders
Provide architectural guidance throughout implementation to ensure development teams deliver solutions consistent with the approved target architecture

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of experience in software architecture, including hands-on delivery of enterprise-scale solutions
Demonstrated experience designing and delivering identity-federated, zero-trust web platforms
Hands-on experience with event-driven architectures and integration with legacy systems
Proven track record of developing architectures that multiple engineering teams have successfully implemented
Strong technical leadership skills, including the ability to establish architectural direction and guide multidisciplinary development teams
Ability to communicate complex architectural decisions effectively to technical teams, government stakeholders, and review boards
Experience with Keycloak, Open Policy Agent (OPA), Debezium, Envoy, and Kubernetes deployed within AWS GovCloud preferred
Familiarity with Department of War (DoW) Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements preferred
Active Secret security clearance or higher preferred
U.S. citizenship required
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoW security clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Comprehensive 401(k) plan with matching and immediate vesting
Positive culture centered on innovation, engagement, and career development
Government-furnished equipment for access to Government environments