26-3097: Cloud Application Architect - Reston, VA in Reston, Virginia at Navitas Business Consulting

Cloud Application Architect
Job ID#: 26-3097
Location: Reston, VA

Who We Are:
Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.

What We Do:
At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.

What You’ll Do:
We are seeking a talented and experienced Cloud Application Architect to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing and deploying applications in an AWS environment. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain scalable and secure cloud-based solutions.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Serve as primary technical contact with the client.
• Gather product requirements from customers.
• Evaluate, and when necessary, prototype, alternatives to determine the most appropriate approach for each solution.
• Determine how to satisfy these requirements.
• Where appropriate, define new services to fulfill a project's particular needs.
• Prepare functional specifications that can be understood by customers and internal development teams.
• Work with the professional services team members to estimate the work for a given project.
• At times work directly with the internal client to coordinate new projects, many of which will involve multiple phases.
• Transition finished projects to the support group.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience with an emphasis in software systems applications, design, development, and inter-connectivity.
• Strong understanding of cloud security best practices.
• Experience building web applications
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Set Yourself Apart With:

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Developer certification.
• Experience with serverless architecture and microservices.
• Knowledge of database management systems and data modeling.

Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources.

Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.