Deputy Software Solutions Architect

Job Description

Readiness Delivered. At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. We are seeking an experienced Software Solutions Architect to help shape the development of a critical satellite ground systems solution. The successful candidate will be tasked with three major roles: (1) Interface directly with the program’s SW Architect and Chief Engineer to develop and maintain a Feature/Epic Roadmap; (2) Interface directly with the customer to understand project requirements and help architect SW solutions; and (3) Support the translation of SW requirements into internal product and project development drivers, as well as help coordinate those development updates with project and product development teams. The candidate will play a critical role in ensuring that the program meets project needs in an agile software development environment by working closely with project development, system engineering, test, deployment, and operations personnel.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Articulate technical concepts to the customer, users, and the development team
• Support developing and maturing the project architecture, to include decomposition into more detailed software design components/subcomponents
• Support verification and troubleshooting of the technical solutions provided by the development staff
• Support refinement of the progression of tasks to ensure on-time & on-budget completion per the Feature Roadmap and program milestones
• Support guiding the agile development lifecycle from a customer perspective, including backlog refinement, system demos, retrospectives, and coordinating customer feedback during Program Increments

Experience And Skills

• 10+ years software engineering/development experience
• Experience in coordinating requirements with the customer and then defining/architecting a solution to satisfy them
• Experience leading software development teams using Agile methodologies
• Experience leading implementation of Feature/Epic roadmaps through use of Jira Plans (aka Jira Advanced Roadmaps) or similar tooling
• Experience supporting requirement traceability and verification activities
• Familiarity with cloud-based (e.g., AWS) and Kubernetes-enabled applications
• Self-motivated and comfortable with working with multiple groups of developers, engineers, and testers
• Familiarity with Configuration Management Tools (e.g., Git, Atlassian tools, Nexus, CM Pro, etc.)
• Experience with Java programming, including network, multi-threaded, client-server programming

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Familiarity with automated test scripting and tools (e.g, Bamboo, Behave)
• Experience with C/C++ programming (including network, multi-threaded, client-server programming)
• Experience in satellite ground systems, specifically with real-time command and control (C2), ground communications, and antenna systems
• Experience with SATCOM mission planning

Experience with SecDevOps processes and tools (e.g., Sonarqube, Splunk, Syft, etc.)

The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Competitive salary based on experience and education

Salary Range: $170,000-$185,000

Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings—from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And we always deliver.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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