Sr. Solutions Architect
SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT AI/ML & CLOUD-NATIVE SYSTEMS
Arlington, VA Area Top Secret Clearance Required U.S. Citizenship Required
The Role
We're seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to design and implement mission-critical AI/ML and cloud-native systems for our client. You'll architect secure, scalable solutions that integrate advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and cloud technologies to support national security objectives in highly classified environments.
What You'll Build
• Design AI-First Architectures: Design cloud-native architectures integrating AI/ML capabilities for mission-critical applications
• Lead AI Integration & Innovation: Lead integration of machine learning models, generative AI applications, and advanced analytics into production systems
• Bridge Mission Requirements & Technology: Collaborate with government stakeholders, program managers, and technical teams to translate mission requirements into architectural solutions
• Secure The Stack: Implement solutions in GovCloud ecosystems ensuring compliance with federal security controls and classified data handling requirements
• Mentor and Elevate: Provide hands-on technical leadership, mentoring development teams, and driving best practices in AI/ML engineering and cloud architecture
What You Bring
Required
• 8+ years of experience in solutions architecture, cloud engineering, or related roles
• 3+ years specifically in AI/ML solutions architecture, data engineering, or advanced analytics
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
• Professional cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or equivalent)
Cloud Proficiency
• Hands-on experience with GovCloud ecosystems: AWS Secret Region, Azure Government, or equivalent cloud environments
• Cloud-native architectures: microservices, containerization (Kubernetes), serverless, service mesh
• Infrastructure-as-code and GitOps practices (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible)
• DevSecOps pipelines and continuous integration/deployment in secure environments
AI/ML & Programming Skills
• Programming proficiency in Python, Java, or Go for AI/ML application development
• Experience with ML frameworks and platforms (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Azure ML)
• Data engineering pipelines and analytics platforms (Spark, Databricks, AWS EMR)
• Model deployment, monitoring, and MLOps practices
Systems & Security
• Linux and Windows systems administration and hardening
• Federal security frameworks: NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, FISMA, RMF
• Zero-trust architectures and secure data handling for classified environments
• Networking: VPCs, secure connectivity, hybrid cloud architectures
ABOUT SCR GROUP
SCR Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations upon request throughout the hiring process.