Software Architect

Global Radiance Review

Software Architect defining and guiding system architecture for Radiance Technologies. Engaging business and technical teams to enhance software solutions at NGA in St.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeSt. Louis • Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

GoJavaPythonTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and guide the implementation coordination of architecture models in a system
Engage business and technical teammates to align the direction and architectural approach that delivers value
Participate as an active team member developing code for release
Define, create and update software system architectures and guide its implementation with Software Engineers and Software Developers
Analyze architecture and engineering data to solve complex problems, recommend solutions, and improve products and processes
Identify and define system architectures that streamline internal development and operations
Create and document functional and detailed design architectures
Ensure the system is secure, resilient, observable, and able to evolve as new customers and features are added
Drive long-term modernization and technology direction
Actively engage with Product Owners and technical teammates to aid in translating customer requirements into system requirements
Lead architecture definition and concepts within a system
Work closely with Solution Architects and System Engineering, ensuring system architectures align with the value stream architecture
Collaborate to define, scope, and refine architecture backlog items
Mentor, guide, and coach Software Engineers and Developers on the practices of system and solution architectures
Continuously learn and apply industry best practices on modern software delivery practices
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to accomplish project and product objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years’ experience as a software architect and/or software engineer
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
Active TS/SCI
Knowledge of object-oriented programming languages, including Golang, Java, C++, or Python
Strong Communication and Organizational Skills
Experience with system modeling and software architecting using MBSE
Experience with C4 modeling using Structurizr
Familiarity with Architecture Decision Records (ADR)
Experience creating and maintaining GEOINT software tooling
5+ years in working with military & intelligence systems, e.g. Maritime, Safety of Navigation, Precise Navigation & Timing, Geodetic, Geophysical, and photogrammetric sciences
Experience with building and deploying software in the Intelligence Community
Experience supporting intelligence community or DoD missions, particularly within GEOINT environments
Knowledge of geospatial technologies and data visualization techniques
At least 5 year experience in geospatial data management, data governance, or data stewardship roles, preferably in a complex organizational environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee ownership
Generous 401K
Full health/dental/life/vision insurance benefits
Paid time off
Educational reimbursement
Competitive salaries
Interesting assignments
Pleasant work environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

software architectureobject-oriented programmingGolangJavaC++Pythonsystem modelingsoftware architectingC4 modelingGEOINT software tooling

Soft Skills

communication skillsorganizational skillsmentoringcollaborationproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor's Degree in Computer EngineeringActive TS/SCI