Lead Application / Cloud Solutions Architect

This job opportunity is part of an RFP process; candidates are invited to submit their resumes detailing relevant experience

Job Title: Lead Application / Cloud Solutions Architect

Onsite Requirement: A couple of days onsite required and travel to different sites.

Job Summary: The Lead Application / Cloud Solutions Architect will be responsible for designing and leading the modernization of the client application suite. This includes full-stack application development, cloud architecture, responsive UI/UX, and the implementation of secure, scalable environments using industry-standard tools and practices. The role requires coordination across stakeholders to ensure technical excellence, business alignment, and client policy compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and technical design of the modernized Chapter 683 system, including the administrator and applicant portals.
• Architect scalable, maintainable, and secure full-stack applications using .NET Core, Angular, and RESTful APIs.
• Design and oversee implementation of responsive web applications compatible with all modern browsers and mobile devices.
• Lead cloud strategy and implementation (preferably in Azure), including containerization, infrastructure-as-code, and automated deployment.
• Design CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery and integration across environments
• Collaborate with UI/UX teams to create accessible and user-friendly designs compliant with WCAG and Section 508 standards.
• Establish coding standards, architectural guidelines, and development best practices for the entire team.
• Interface with client's DevOps and security teams to ensure secure, reliable infrastructure.
• Provide mentoring and code review support for development teams.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience in software architecture and engineering, with a strong background in .NET and front-end frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience deploying secure, scalable applications in Azure or AWS environments.
• Deep understanding of cloud-native architecture, microservices, and application modernization.
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps.
• Strong knowledge of authentication and authorization frameworks (OAuth2, SSO, SAML).
• Familiarity with DOE or government compliance requirements is highly preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

The projected compensation range for this position is $154,700 to $185,000 per year benchmarked in the Washington/DC area. The target salary is $168,600 for this role. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Salary at LCG is determined by various factors, including but not limited to role, location, the combination of education/training, knowledge, skills, competencies, certifications, and work experience.

LCG offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement plan contributions, as well as paid leave, federal holidays, professional development, and lifestyle benefits.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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