Lead Software Engineer / Cloud Architect
*Location:* Patrick Space Force Base, Melbourne, Florida — Onsite
*Employment Type:* Full-time
*Salary:* $117,000–$218,000 per year + Full Benefits
*Schedule:* 9/80 work schedule — every other Friday off
*About the Opportunity*
Our client is seeking an experienced *Lead Software Engineer / Cloud Architect* to support cloud-based software and infrastructure initiatives in a mission-focused environment at Patrick Space Force Base in Melbourne, Florida.
This is an onsite opportunity for a senior-level software and cloud engineering professional with strong AWS architecture experience and an active *TS/SCI security clearance*.
*Key Responsibilities*
* Design and develop scalable, secure applications and solutions in *AWS cloud environments*.
* Create cloud architecture, technical designs, and implementation strategies.
* Provide technical leadership across software and cloud engineering initiatives.
* Support the automation, deployment, and integration of cloud-based applications.
* Develop and maintain technical documentation and architecture materials.
* Collaborate with technical teams and customers to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.
* Contribute to cloud security, compliance, and authorization activities as required.
Required Qualifications
* *Active TS/SCI security clearance*.
* *10+ years* of experience in software engineering, cloud engineering, or a related technical field.
* Strong experience designing and developing *AWS cloud-based applications*.
* Experience developing cloud architecture and technical designs.
* *Security+ certification* or DoD IAT Level II certification, or ability to obtain the required certification within 80 days.
* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
* Strong technical communication and documentation skills.
*Preferred Qualifications*
* Experience with *AWS EC2 automation*.
* Experience with *GitLab CI/CD*.
* Familiarity with *C2S Access Portal (CAP)* and high-side AWS environments.
* Experience supporting *IATT/ATO certification and authorization processes*.
* Experience working directly with customers and technical stakeholders.
Pay: $117,000.00 - $218,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person