Solutions Architect

TISTA Science and Technology Corporation • Remote-United States, UNAVAILABLE

15d • Remote

About The Position

TISTA is seeking an experienced and strategic Solutions Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-level data and application platforms. This role owns the end-to-end technical vision from capture and proposal through delivery and operationalization. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in data intelligence platforms, multi-cloud architecture, and enterprise integration, with the ability to unify complex systems into scalable, governed solutions that drive mission outcomes. At TISTA, you’ll do meaningful, mission‑driven work that improves lives alongside teammates you trust and leaders who are transparent and supportive. We invest in your learning and internal mobility so you can build a career that keeps advancing. We’re proud to serve and hire Veterans, and we put people first in everything we do.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in enterprise architecture, integration patterns, and modern data platforms, including: Event-driven architecture.
• API-led integration (REST, SOAP, GraphQL).
• ETL/ELT pipelines and streaming architecture.
• Deep expertise in data platforms and distributed systems, including Lakehouse architectures and Delta Lake or equivalent.
• Strong experience with modern data platforms such as Databricks or similar technologies.
• Experience implementing data governance, data quality, and mastering data management (MDM) frameworks.
• Strong proficiency in multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CDK).
• Experience with containerization and DevSecOps, including Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Scala, Java, or Go, along with PySpark and SQL.
• Demonstrated experience supporting federal capture/proposal efforts, including technical solutioning and client presentations.
• Experience designing and integrating enterprise-scale systems (10+ systems or large distributed environments).
• Strong leadership experience, including stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of federal security frameworks (FISMA, RMF, FedRAMP, HIPAA).
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, equivalent, or higher PLUS 10 Years of experience.
• Ability to pass a Tier 2/Modest Background Investigation.
• US Citizen only.

Nice To Haves

• Strongly preferred experience in healthcare, supply chain, or large federal data environments.
• Professional certifications (e.g., AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, Databricks, TOGAF).
• Experience with Agile and SAFe delivery frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead technical authority for large-scale programs, owning the technical vision from proposal and capture through delivery and operations, including integration design, cloud platform engineering, and migration roadmaps.
• Drive enterprise modernization efforts, integrating multiple systems into unified, scalable, and governed data and application platforms.
• Lead the technical strategy for data platforms, implementing Lakehouse, medallion architecture, and data mesh governance principles.
• Design hub-and-spoke integration platforms and DevSecOps hosting strategies to unify disparate enterprise systems.
• Define and implement operational models, including SLAs, observability, data quality frameworks, and production support strategies to ensure platform reliability and performance.
• Build and present Proof of Concepts (POCs) and technical demonstrations for clients, including support for competitive procurements and oral presentations.
• Design and develop reusable frameworks, accelerators, and enterprise platforms to improve delivery efficiency and reduce cost of bidding.
• Implement data engineering and orchestration practices using tools such as Airflow, DBT, or equivalent, along with data governance and master data management frameworks.
• Produce architecture artifacts including design documents, diagrams, standards, and white papers.
• Mentor engineers and contribute to team growth, hiring, and capability development across the organization.
• Lead the integration of AI/ML and Generative AI capabilities into enterprise solutions to drive innovation and mission value.

Benefits

• Above Industry Healthcare Benefits
• Remote Working Options
• Paid Time Off
• Training/Certification opportunities
• Healthcare Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account
• Paid Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• 401K Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays
• Military Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior