Solutions Architect at 540

540 is seeking a Solutions Architect to support our partnership with Google and the Department of Defense in advancing mission-critical capabilities for a global data processing platform. This platform leverages Machine Learning, modern cloud and containerized technologies to ingest, process, and analyze high-volume, time-series data. In this role, you will support technical architecture efforts and contribute to the design and delivery of distributed systems that enable near real-time analysis and mission insight. You will work at the intersection of data engineering, platform architecture, and mission operations, helping ensure systems are scalable, resilient, and secure within highly regulated, high-impact environments. Location: Patrick SFB, FL (Patrick Space Force Base). Primarily onsite, up to 5 days/week Citizenship & Clearance Requirement: Per client requirements, candidates must be U.S. Citizens with an active DoD clearance with TS/SCI eligibility Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related engineering field (preferred) 540 Internal Thrive Level: Solutions Architect III WHY 540? 540 is a forward-thinking company that the government turns to in order to #getshitdone. We don’t just talk about innovation – we deliver it. We break down barriers, build impactful technology, and solve mission-critical problems. HOW YOU’LL DRIVE IMPACT • Support the design and implementation of cloud-based platforms and distributed systems • Contribute to architecture decisions across cloud infrastructure, networking, and system design • Work shoulder to shoulder with engineers and stakeholders to translate mission needs into technical solutions • Build, deploying, and troubleshooting cloud-native applications and services • Support the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver practical solutions • Produce and maintain technical documentation for system design and architecture decisions • Participate in technical discussions and contribute to solution design and tradeoff analysis • Support integration efforts across services, APIs, and platform components • Work with delivery teams to ensure solutions align with mission needs and timelines REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE • 4+ years of experience in software engineering, cloud engineering, or architecture roles • Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) • Experience with containerized environments • Experience with Python and strong programming ability in a typed language (Java, Kotlin, C#, etc.) • Experience building or supporting distributed systems and cloud-based applications • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment workflows • Familiarity with Event-Driven and Asynchronous Architecture • Understanding of authentication and authorization concepts (SAML, OAuth, etc.) • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment NICE TO HAVE • Experience with identity and access management tools (Keycloak) • Experience with AI/ML platforms (Vertex AI) • Experience with Kubernetes and serverless deployments • Familiarity with DevSecOps practices • Experience with Linux administration (especially RHEL) • Experience building data pipelines and/or ETL/ELT pipelines • Experience working in Agile development environments • Experience supporting U.S. Federal Government programs, particularly DoD environments BENEFITS & PERKS • Flexible PTO + all Federal holidays off • Health, dental and vision insurance plans • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • 401k with employer match • Company-sponsored life insurance, short- and long-term disability • Professional development (training, certifications, conferences) • Paid cloud developer accounts • Referral bonuses • HQ office perks (parking / metro reimbursement, nitro coffee & lunches) • Annual social events (540 Week, hackathon, charity golf tournament, etc.) • Access to 540’s Washington Capitals & Nationals tickets EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) 540's policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.