Maximus is currently seeking a Senior IT Principal Architect. This is a remote position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the technology design and definition of software solutions.
• Work with Maximus systems and operations staff to design cost-effective integrated technology solutions comprised of both in house and commercial off-the-shelf products.
• Act as lead technical representative and spokesperson supporting pre-marketing and proposal activities.
• Drive the decision-making for technical decisions in conjunction with systems technical staff.
• Document technical strategies to facilitate operational business needs.
• Review federal, state, and company policies to determine applicability to systems functionality, design, and operation.
• Develop strategies to fulfill requirements and assess effectiveness of implementation.
• Collaborate and coordinate with appropriate internal and external groups to ensure the confidentiality and security of all corporate information.

Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for technology solution bid competitive analysis as it relates to how industry competitors approach technical solution pricing, trends in awards.
• Guide teams regarding estimation best practices, cost optimizations, risks impact and quantification, service level agreement impacts, market or seasonal trends, pricing strategies/approaches, and efficiencies.
• Develop and provide presentations and demonstrations of high-level solution concepts and related estimation models to internal stakeholders.
• Innovate and articulate competitive cutting-edge cloud solutions approaches.
• Strong ability to investigate, evaluate, and recommend new solutions, tools, products, frameworks, and emerging technologies for incorporation into enterprise technology and coding standards.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues, identify root causes, and develop detailed technical proposals and recommendations to resolve problems.
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, development methodologies, integration strategies, and enterprise application development.
• Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with Microsoft Visual Studio, C#, ASP.NET, MVC, JavaScript, Telerik, Kendo UI, and SQL Server.
• Strong experience with Azure SQL and T-SQL, including database design, development, performance optimization, stored procedures, and complex queries.
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs, web services, system integrations, and distributed applications.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services, cloud architecture, and modern application deployment strategies.
• Strong understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, source control, automated testing, deployment, and application lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of application security principles, secure coding practices, identity and access management, data protection, and enterprise security standards.
• Ability to establish and maintain technical standards, architecture patterns, coding standards, and development best practices across multiple teams.
• Ability to analyze existing applications and technology environments and develop modernization, optimization, and migration strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical discussions, architecture reviews, solution design sessions, and technical decision-making across multiple teams.
• Ability to effectively multitask, prioritize competing assignments, and manage multiple complex initiatives while meeting deadlines. Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• 12-15 years of relevant professional experience required.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:

• Additional years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• At least 12 years of technical experience in IT including estimation and successful bid development is required.
• Proven experience communicating with non-technical business personnel and ability to interact and work in a team environment.
• Ability to independently work as a contributing member in a high-paced and focused team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills to senior management both internal and external including SMEs.
• Ability to articulate and explain high-level architecture and design ideas to larger audiences and stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a flexible and fast-paced environment across multiple time zones and locations.

\#techjobs #LI-Remote #VeteransPage Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Minimum Salary $170,000 Maximum Salary $206,600