Are you a highly motivated solutions architect with exceptional technical and leadership skills?

Do you have a passion for developing both the systems and relationships that lead to tangible impact?

If so, consider joining us in the Decision Systems Group (QAX) as we work to advance the safety and security of the nation through "Critical Contributions to Critical Challenges". We are advancing analytic methods and developing integrated software systems empowering informed decision making. We are working to advance the forefront of national and health security.

As Solutions Architect in QAX, you will...

• Design and develop high-performance, scalable, and resilient decision support systems.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to understand and translate requirements into deployable solutions
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools for analytic and decision support applications
• Develop proof of concept prototypes to explore and validate architectural recommendations and new technologies
• Create detailed system architecture diagrams and documentation, communicating system concepts to an audience with a broad range of technical backgrounds
• Provide technical leadership on project teams from a systems perspective
• Conduct architectural reviews and broader risk assessments for existing and developing systems

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or other technical field
• Have 5+ years managing teams and projects developing technical enterprise solutions for business process improvement
• Have knowledge of data and/or microservices architectures 
• Possess excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have experience evaluating different software architectures and providing recommendations based on user requirements and constraints
• Have experience migrating legacy applications to cloud environments
• Are familiar with government and Department of Defense acquisition and ATO processes
• Have experience working as part of cross-functional teams and leading by influence

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.