Senior Solution Architect- RiVidium-HQ
About The Position
RiVidium Inc. is seeking a Senior Solution Architect to bridge business development and technical delivery. This role is crucial for ensuring that RiVidium proposes winning and executable solutions. The Solution Architect will design end-to-end technical approaches, lead proposal technical volumes, support oral presentations, and act as a trusted technical advisor to federal customers. The position requires deep technical expertise in Cyber & IT, Human Capital, or Intelligence solutions, with the ability to translate complex architectures into compelling, customer-focused narratives. Highly technical professionals from the commercial technology sector are encouraged to apply. Government contracting experience is preferred but not required for PhDs or senior technologists with strong industry backgrounds, as RiVidium will provide training on the federal proposal and acquisition process.
Requirements
- 8+ years in IT, engineering, or technical delivery roles.
- 3+ years in solution architecture, technical pre-sales, or technical leadership.
- Proven track record designing solutions that win (proposals, enterprise sales, or product launches).
- Deep expertise in one or more of the following domains: Cybersecurity (Zero Trust, cloud security, identity and access management), Cloud Architecture (AWS, Azure, or GCP - commercial or government), AI/ML (Model deployment, MLOps, responsible AI, LLM applications), Data Engineering & Analytics, Human Capital Technology (Workforce platforms, training systems, digital learning).
- Knowledge of modern architecture patterns (microservices, API-first, cloud-native).
- Understanding of practical AI/ML applications and emerging trends.
- Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST and transferable FedRAMP concepts.
- Understanding of federal compliance frameworks (RMF, DISA STIGs) – can be learned on the job.
- Ability to obtain Secret Clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Government contracting experience.
- PhDs or senior technologists with strong industry backgrounds.
- PhD or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, AI/ML, or related field.
- AWS Solutions Architect Professional or equivalent cloud certification.
- Relevant certifications (CISSP, PMP, TOGAF).
- Experience with federal contract vehicles (or willingness to learn).
- Active engagement in AI/ML communities and emerging technology trends.
Responsibilities
- Design technical solutions aligned with customer requirements, mission needs, and acquisition constraints.
- Develop innovative, differentiated approaches that position RiVidium to win.
- Lead technical volume writing, reviews, and solution alignment for proposals.
- Prepare and deliver technical orals presentations and executive briefings.
- Estimate level of effort and support pricing inputs in collaboration with BD and finance.
- Participate in capture planning, solution shaping, and win strategy sessions.
- Serve as a technical subject matter expert in customer and partner meetings.
- Coach and mentor team members on solution development and technical presentations.
- Stay current on emerging technologies, including AI/ML applications for federal use cases.
Benefits
- Innovative technology solutions for federal agencies.
- CMMI Level 3 (SVC + DEV) certification.
- ISO 9001:2015 certification.
- Top Secret Facility Clearance.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies like AI/ML.
- Training on the federal proposal and acquisition process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
