Chief Architect

About the role

This position is for a Chief Architect in Boulder, CO. This is a key position on contract, carrying significant responsibility for long-term architecture strategy in support of national security space missions.

This role will be onsite 5 days a week in Boulder, CO.

What you'll do

Oversee and plan enterprise-level evolution of the consolidated hardware and software technical baselineEnsure the hardware/software baseline is thoroughly documented and maintainedLead identification of architecture-level risks, issues, and opportunities across the enterpriseConvene and facilitate working groups, standing or temporary, to conduct studies, trade analyses, and develop solutionsDevelop and recommend long-term (3+ year) investment strategies aligned with program strategic direction

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related IT field15+ years of industry-related experienceMinimum 5 years of software development, integration, and/or test experience in operational DoD or other national security facilities (industry and/or Government roles)Current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibilityLive near or be willing to move to the Boulder, CO area since the work must be performed in the office

Preferred/Bonus Qualifications

Experience working within an agile workflowExperience with Jira and Confluence

Other Company Requirements

In addition to job-specific requirements, Centil believes it is important for all employees to possess the following skills/characteristics:

Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills. Ability to passionately deliver high-level messaging to various types of audiences--this will eventually include senior leaders. Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical personnelSelf-motivated individual who actively and independently seeks out opportunities for learning and developmentCollaborates well; enjoys working as part of a teamDoD Secret or higher clearance is preferred. All applicants must be US citizens eligible for a US Government security clearance

Expected Salary Range

Depending on experience and skillset, most candidates will earn between $150,000 and $200,000 per year.

Please note that the salary range is a general guideline only. We consider many factors when determining salaries including, but are not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education, training, certifications, key skills, and mission/customer familiarity. We combine these factors with market and business considerations to extend a job offer.

Benefits

Centil offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following:

Generous PTO for vacation, personal, or sick daysTen (10) paid holidays per year: 8 fixed holidays, plus 2 additional Floating Holidays per year (taken at Employee's discretion)Flex time and the ability to create your own scheduleDiscretionary bi-annual bonus plan, based on individual and company performance401K retirement plan with immediately vested company contributions, no matching requiredHealthcare coverage plan through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)Employer-paid Life, Long-Term Disability, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurancesAccess to optional, employee-paid Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurancesAccess to a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Paid training and conference attendanceAdditional benefits, as needed, for significant life events: parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty pay, military leave payOne-time home office reimbursementPhone plan reimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) services, supporting emotional health and well-being of employees and their familiesCentil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.