Senior Solutions Architect

Salary :

$210,000 - 230,000 yearly

Company : Mission Bridge Partners

Job Type : Full Time

Mclean, Va

Job Description - Senior Solutions Architect

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly technical, forward thinking Senior Solutions Architect to join our client’s Technology and Innovation Council (TIC), an elite team focused on identifying, prototyping, and scaling emerging technologies that solve complex Federal mission challenges.

This is not a traditional architecture role. The TIC operates at the intersection of innovation, engineering, capture strategy, and mission delivery. Team members are hands-on builders and strategic advisors who rapidly transform ideas into scalable, enterprise-ready solutions that drive measurable impact across Federal Health and National Security programs.

As a Senior Solutions Architect, you will lead the design and development of modern cloud-native solutions, AI-enabled applications, and advanced technical demonstrations that support customer engagements, strategic pursuits, and mission transformation initiatives. You will work closely with engineering teams, capture and proposal leadership, and executive stakeholders to architect differentiated technical solutions that position for growth and long-term success.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving complex technical problems, and wants to help shape the next generation of Federal technology solutions. This is a hybrid role located in McLean, VA.

Key Responsibilities

Architect and develop scalable, secure, cloud-native solutions leveraging modern engineering and DevSecOps practices
Design and build proof-of-concept applications, prototypes, and technical accelerators that demonstrate emerging technology capabilities
Evaluate emerging technologies and translate innovation into practical mission-focused solutions
Develop automation tools and reusable frameworks that improve operational efficiency and scalability across programs
Lead technical solutioning efforts for Federal opportunities, aligning stakeholders across engineering, delivery, and business development teams
Deliver compelling technical presentations, demonstrations, and whiteboard sessions to customers, partners, and industry audiences
Serve as a trusted technical advisor during capture, proposal, and oral presentation activities
Respond confidently to technical inquiries and provide strategic guidance on architecture, modernization, and implementation approaches
Collaborate closely with engineers, architects, data scientists, and product teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions
Apply cybersecurity and secure software development best practices throughout the solution lifecycle
Contribute hands-on development support across architecture, integration, automation, and application modernization initiatives
Create reusable technical artifacts, architectural patterns, and proposal content to support future growth efforts
Support technical proposal development, including solution architecture, technical writing, diagrams, and compliance reviews
Review and refine technical content to ensure feasibility, accuracy, and alignment with customer requirements
Contribute to thought leadership initiatives, white papers, and innovation-focused content that strengthens market presence

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent professional experience)
8+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering, solution architecture, and enterprise application development
Demonstrated experience leading technical teams and delivering enterprise-scale cloud-based systems within complex environments
Experience supporting large-scale Federal programs or technology modernization initiatives
Proven ability to develop and present technical demonstrations, proofs of concept, and innovative solution strategies to customers and stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience supporting Federal proposals, technical documentation, and presentations
Strong hands-on experience with Python and modern software development frameworks
Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools and emerging AI technologies within enterprise environments
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and/or Azure
Experience developing applications using low-code/no-code platforms
Experience designing and implementing data engineering, integration, or analytics solutions
Front-end development experience using technologies such as JavaScript, React, HTML, and CSS
Familiarity with relational databases, data lakes, data warehouses, and enterprise data architectures
Understanding of governance frameworks related to AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise data management
Experience operating within Agile and DevSecOps delivery environments
Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD best practices

Desired Qualifications

Palantir certification and hands-on Palantir development experience
Experience supporting Federal Health or National Security mission environments
Experience leading technical capture or innovation initiatives within the Federal contracting space
Master’s degree in a related technical field

Compensation

The estimated salary range for this position is $210,000 – $230,000 annually, based on market benchmarks within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. This range represents a good faith estimate and may vary depending on several factors, including the scope of the role, geographic location, education, certifications, technical skills, and overall relevant experience.

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