26-1129: Solutions Architect 1 - Herndon, VA

Solutions Architect 1 Job ID: 26-1129 Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility Location: DC Metro 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 : The Solutions Architect 1 develops API architecture standards, integration frameworks, and governance models supporting enterprise interoperability and modernization initiatives.

Responsibilities

Develop API governance standards and architecture frameworks. Define API security, versioning, and integration standards. Support evaluation of integration technologies and middleware solutions. Develop standards for AI model-serving and agent communication APIs. Design observability and monitoring capabilities for enterprise APIs.

Conduct technical assessments and architecture reviews. What You’ll Need : Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field, Master preferred 7+ years of solution architecture experience. Experience with REST, GraphQL, and API management platforms.

Knowledge of cloud-native integration architectures. Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance. Set Yourself Apart With : Experience supporting enterprise AI platforms. Knowledge of Zero Trust and API security principles. AWS or Azure Solutions Architect certification preferred. API design or integration certification preferred.

Salary Range: $120k - $140k The pay range provided is a good-faith estimate and represents the range the company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Individual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and business needs. The pay range provided is a good-faith estimate and represents the range the company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting.

Individual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and business needs. 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.