System Architect
US$175,000 – US$185,000 / yr base salary
Posted 18 Aug 2026
Advertised as “System Architect - ACWS”
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- Expected experience
- 8+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
| Base salary | US$175,000 – US$185,000 / yr |
|---|
CertificationsAppian Certified Lead Developer
Field of studyComputer Science, Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's or higher
CertificationsSecurity+
All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution.
System Architect Summary: Serves as the System Architect by defining and communicating the system architecture, solution enablers, non-functional requirements, integration approach, and technical roadmap needed to deliver secure, scalable, and adaptable capability across technologies.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Appian Certified Lead Developer; AWS certified preferred; CompTIA Security+
- 8+ years of systems architecture experience supporting DoD environments, including enterprise architecture, systems integration, application modernization, Appian-based solution delivery, Architecture Decision Record governance, integration patterns, and secure cloud-based enterprise solutions
- Extensive experience with Appian, Java, AWS EKS, high-availability design, interface design for GEX and PRDS/PDS, and DevSecOps practices
- Experience designing Appian enterprise architectures and solution frameworks
- Ability to define technical standards and oversee implementation across the development lifecycle
- Experience with system integration, application modernization, and data architecture
- Experience supporting cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure)
- Demonstrated experience supporting cloud-based environments, with foundational knowledge of leading platforms and associated services.
- Working knowledge of AI concepts and practical applications
Desired Qualifications:
- Advanced cloud, architecture, or Appian certifications are preferred
- Experience with Army or DoD enterprise systems, Appian-first design approaches, data architecture, and long-range modernization planning is strongly desired
Responsibilities:
- Define and maintain the ACWS system architecture, technical vision, and architectural runway
- Establish solution enablers, non-functional requirements, integration patterns, and system design guidance for Agile teams
- Guide technical implementation decisions to support scalability, maintainability, security, interoperability, and future technology adoption
- Support feasibility and impact assessments for new technologies, capabilities, and emerging requirements
- Communicate the architectural vision and coordinate with partners, stakeholders, and delivery teams to ensure coherent system evolution