Software Architect

Job Description

Peerless is searching for an experienced Software Architect to support system architecture development and implementation for advanced software platforms. The selected candidate will collaborate with engineering and product teams to define architectural direction, guide software development practices, and ensure scalable, secure, and resilient system design. Responsibilities include defining architecture models, guiding development teams on architecture implementation, analyzing system and engineering data to improve processes and solutions, and mentoring engineers on modern software architecture practices. The architect will collaborate with solution architects, systems engineers, and product teams to ensure architectural alignment and successful product delivery. This is an in-person position in Dayton OH.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience as a Software Architect and/or Software Engineer

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field

Experience with object-oriented programming languages such as Go, Java, C++, or Python

Experience defining and documenting software system architectures and design models

Ability to analyze complex system and engineering data to develop technical solutions

Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

Active Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain one

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and system modeling approaches

Experience with C4 architecture modeling

Familiarity with Architecture Decision Records (ADR)

Understanding of Zero Trust architectures and Identity and Access Management (ICAM) systems

Experience mentoring engineers and guiding architectural best practices

Familiarity with modern software delivery practices and cross-functional Agile development environments

Full-time