Software Architect

KBR, Inc.

Software Architect designing and implementing high-quality software for KBR’s national security solutions. Collaborating in a fast-paced environment with a focus on defense systems and space communications.

Posted 5/14/2026full-timeEl Segundo • California, Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $156,000 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleCloudGoJavaKafkaKubernetesTerraformTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement high‑quality software while maintaining architectural integrity across the stack
Lead architectural decision‑making, setting technical direction and balancing key trade‑offs
Own solutions end‑to‑end, from design through deployment and long‑term stewardship
Work autonomously, showing initiative and strong problem‑solving capability
Collaborate closely within a small, high‑impact team and contribute to shared delivery
Operate effectively in a fast‑moving environment with evolving requirements
Shape foundational architecture and establish best practices for long‑term success
Adopt and explore emerging AI‑assisted development tools to enhance delivery and quality

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or equivalent field
5 years of applicable experience
Demonstrated experience designing and delivering large‑scale, production‑ready systems
Strong cloud and Kubernetes expertise, including ecosystem tooling and Infrastructure‑as‑Code (Terraform, Ansible, or similar)
Familiarity with GitOps, secure system design, supply‑chain security, and air‑gapped environments
Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles
Experience with messaging or event‑streaming platforms (e.g., Kafka)
Broad technical capability, able to reason across the stack and make sound architectural trade‑offs
Experience with Go, TypeScript, or Java; proficiency with Git workflows, code review, and CI/CD
Experience with AI‑assisted and agentic development tools, including safe integration practices
Effective technical communicator able to document and justify architectural decisions
Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Benefits

Comp & perks

401K plan with company match
medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D
flexible spending account
disability
paid time off
flexible work schedule
career advancement through professional training and development

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Hard Skills & Tools

software designarchitectural integritycloud expertiseKubernetesInfrastructure-as-CodeTerraformAnsibleGoTypeScriptJava

Soft Skills

problem-solvinginitiativecollaborationeffective communicationtechnical documentation

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineeringBachelor’s degree in computer scienceBachelor’s degree in mathematics