Job Title: Chief Software Architect
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
Anticipated Posting End: 6/6/2026
The Opportunity:
As the Chief Software Architect on the FADE program you will work across an organization of 100+ talented engineers to build consensus, champion innovation, efficiency, security, resiliency, standardization, and best practices across an interconnected set of client applications and microservices. You'll work with Mission Engineers and Product Owners to develop technical product roadmaps and own the program's system-wide technology roadmap and vision. The Chief Architect works with development teams to define and communicate the technical solutions that meet emerging mission needs and cyber security requirements. This position is both highly technical and customer facing, requiring a unique blend of outstanding technical acumen and strong communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain a technical vision for a cloud-based enterprise-level data analysis platform that supports tens of thousands of users
- Work alongside the development teams to evolve the architecture using best of breed capabilities that meet mission demand
- Directly interface with the customer to provide technical understanding of the existing system while developing and communicating designs and future roadmaps
- Build strong relationships with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure alignment of product roadmap, vision, and strategy
- Own, create, and collaborate with others to create software designs and improvements while providing technical leadership and direction
- Review designs to ensure the system supports scalability, performance, security, modularity, and resiliency
- Have a passion for software and a desire to keep informed on new and emerging technologies
- Designing and building client-server architectures for cloud-scale applications
- Use of industry proven open-source applications to support a broad set of application development teamsÂ
- When and why you've utilized licensed COTS applications
- Experience with container technology (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) development and deployment
- Examples of technical leadership in cross-functional, highly collaborative environmentsÂ
- DevSecOps pipeline experience with Configuration Management tools (e.g. GitLab, ArgoCD, Helm, Nexus, etc. )Â
- Your experience with Agile Development Methodologies and modern DevSecOps practicesÂ
- Your technical background in Software Development and Cloud Infrastructure
- How you approach continuous improvement of systems, software, and processes
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in areas such as: software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, data & analytics, etc
- Knowledge of Intelligence Community (IC) processes, policies, and guidance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
Desired:
- Development experience with large databases and datasets
- Understanding of zero-trust architecture principles
- Knowledge of test automation frameworks and tools
- Experience developing/architecting solutions on a public cloud (e.g. AWS, Azure)
- Experience with document stores and search/indexing technologies
- Experience with modern messaging and event streaming technologies
- CompTIA Security+ or similar information assurance certification
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What You Can Expect:
 A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, youâll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customerâs missions and driven by a higher purpose â to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. Youâll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground â in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$126,100 - 277,300 USD
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.