Software Architect

Job DescriptionPosition Title: Software ArchitectPosition Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting Direct Hire opportunity located in Springfield, VA, Dulles, VA, or St Louis, MO.Job Responsibilities:Leading architecture and system designs both customer facing and internallyPassion for writing great code and building world class software products used by millions of people.Helping leading teams writing clean, high-quality, high-performance, maintainable codeDesign and Develop and support software including applications, database integration, interfaces, and new functionality enhancementsRun planning meetings and coordinate cross-functionally to insure project meets business objectives and compliance standards\Support test and deployment of new products and featuresParticipate in code reviews.Job Qualifications:Active TS/SCI Clearance RequiredBachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related field)7+ years of relevant work experience2+ years experience as a team lead / lead architectStrong proficiency as a full stack software developerProficient with web application and API developmentDoD / Defense Industry ExperienceAuthorized to work in the United States and no visa sponsorship requiredPreferred Job Qualifications:Security+ CertificationNGA experienceExperience architecting systems for real-time data, high-performance visualization, and/or distributed computing.Deep expertise in full-stack application development: C# (.NET Core), JavaScript/TypeScriptFamiliarity with containerized deployment, AWS, CI/CD pipelines, and hybrid cloud/on-prem architectures.Strong understanding of UI/UX principles, reusability, and user-centric workflows in enterprise environments.Self-motivated individuals who can examine the fi eld and identify areas for improvement independently.Job Details:Job Type: Direct HireLocation: Springfield, VA, Dulles, VA, or St Louis, MO.Salary Range: $250-275KRequired US Citizenship (May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level).About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.