• Design, build, and maintain integrations between state eligibility systems and external partners such as SSA, CMS, IRS, DHS, and FNS. • Support data exchanges including SDX/SVES, MAGI, BEP, PARIS, FTI , and other federal hub transactions. • Implement eligibility workflows such as intake, verification, identity proofing, redetermination, and enrollment. • Develop RESTful APIs, microservices, and service-to-service integrations using .NET, Java, or similar frameworks. • Design and maintain API gateways (AWS API Gateway, Azure APIM) and enforce versioning, mapping, and access controls. • Implement resilient integration patterns (circuit breakers, retries, DLQs, idempotency). • Build event-driven pipelines using Kafka, RabbitMQ, or Azure Service Bus. • Support real-time eligibility verification and high-volume data processing. • Deploy, monitor, and secure services in AWS or Azure cloud environments. • Use CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab) to automate builds, tests, and deployments. • Ensure compliance with MARS-E, HIPAA, NIST, and IRS Pub 1075 security frameworks. • Work closely with state HHS teams, policy analysts, business analysts, architects, and DevOps engineers. • Translate eligibility rules and business requirements into technical specifications. • Participate in architecture reviews, data mapping sessions, and testing cycles.

• Consult with customers and build advanced IT solutions in HPC/AI and enterprise • Design, build, recommend, and sell the latest technologies in the market • Determine customer needs and recommend the best platforms to solve challenges • Prescribe solutions averaging +$1M annually to various sectors • Design highly optimized solutions for HPC, AI, and ML across disciplines • Consult on enterprise information technology solutions including data storage, data protection, and server/container virtualization • Represent the company in face-to-face and online meetings, technical demonstrations, and conferences • Validate customer deliverables including quotes, proposals, and statements of work • Build long-lasting relationships with vendors, clients, and IT distributors

Title: Associate Solutions Architect - Business Development Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! Join KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions team and help shape the future of critical missions across government and commercial sectors. We are seeking experienced Associate Solution Architects who thrive on solving complex challenges and delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions. In this role, you will have the opportunity to influence technical strategy, drive growth in emerging markets, and collaborate with top talent to support programs that matter—spanning Defense, Intelligence, Civilian Space, and Homeland Security. If you are passionate about advancing mission success through cutting-edge technologies and strategic thinking, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: As a Associate Solution Architect at KBR, you will play a critical role in driving technical strategy and solution development to support business growth across diverse mission areas, including Defense, Intelligence, Civilian Space, and Homeland Security. This position requires a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and the ability to craft innovative, customer-focused solutions tailored to unique mission requirements. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to: - Lead technical solution development for complex problems across the Mission Technology Solutions portfolio. - Shape customer requirements through early engagement, market research, and identification of competitive discriminators. - Develop proposal content, including technical volumes, whitepapers, and Basis of Estimates (BOEs), and respond to RFIs and market surveys. - Apply advanced methodologies such as Digital Engineering, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), DevSecOps, Agile development, Cloud architectures, and Data Analytics using AI/ML, with a strong emphasis on System of Systems integration. - Strong interpersonal skills working across multi-disciplinary teams to capture and develop new and innovative solutions to a wide range of complex problems. Security clearance requirements vary by position. While some opportunities may require an active Top-Secret clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI due to the nature of the work, others do not. Candidates without clearance are encouraged to apply, as we have roles that do not require this level of access. Clearance eligibility may be considered a differentiator for certain programs. Work Environment: - Location: Chantilly, VA; Dayton, OH; Colorado Springs, CO, Los Angeles, CA; Valley Forge, PA, Huntsville, AL; Remote-US - Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20% - Working Hours: Standard Required Qualifications: - Education & Experience - Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (Engineering, Computer Science, or related field); advanced degree preferred. - Minimum 5-8 years of industry experience in solution architecting or directly supporting operational programs to delivery capability to customers. Preferred experience in an operational leadership role such as a Team Lead or Integrated Product Team (IPT) lead. - Technical Expertise - Proven experience in one or more mission areas: Defense, Intelligence, Civilian Space, or Homeland Security. - Strong background in System of Systems integration, architectures, and infrastructure. - Familiarity with advanced methodologies such as: - Digital Engineering - Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) - DevSecOps - Agile development (software or hardware) - Cloud architectures - Data Analytics, AI/ML methodologies - Cybersecurity - Business Development & Proposal Skills - Demonstrated ability to create, lead, or deliver technical solution development for complex problems for proposal volumes or operational programs. - Experience writing technical solutions, whitepapers, and developing Basis of Estimates (BOEs) as part of a proposal. - Ability to respond to RFIs, market surveys, and support customer shaping efforts. - Leadership & Communication - Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to mentor teams, foster collaboration, and engage stakeholders. - Strong communication and presentation skills for interfacing with customers and internal leadership. - Ability to work across multi-disciplinary teams, foster collaboration, and engage stakeholders. - Demonstrate effective use multiple communication methods to work across geographically dispersed teams collaborating on shared artifacts. - Security Clearance - Security clearance eligibility is required. - Security clearance requirements vary by position. While some roles may require an active Top Secret clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI, others do not. Candidates without clearance are encouraged to apply; clearance eligibility may be considered a differentiator for certain programs. Basic Compensation: - $96,400.00 - 144,600.00 (this rate is for the Colorado area only) - $105,600.00 - 158,400.00 (this rate is for the California area only) The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity. Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together. KBR Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development. Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Lead data architects at Thoughtworks play a key part in developing modern data architecture approaches to meet business objectives and provide end-to-end data solutions. They take a technical leadership role in enabling clients and Thoughtworks teams to align on outcomes that support the vision painted by data strategists. They lead, with support, the design and architecture of initiatives which are key to the delivery of solutions to budget and timelines. They also guide and mentor delivery teams on architectural decisions to deliver to the solution agreements. Job responsibilities - You will navigate, with support, a data project's architectural concerns, enabling delivery teams to deliver on accepted standards within time and budget. - You will provide client-facing technical leadership and guidance on topics related to data architecture, engineering, and analytics to advise clients on bringing their data strategy to life. - You will interact with client counterparts from the enterprise architecture group to deliver, share, align and sign-off on key architectural decisions, trade-offs and ways of working. - You will communicate both high-level and low-level technical details of data architecture to engineers and business stakeholders. - You understand and can collaborate at the intersection of analytical and operational architectures. - You will lead with support the technical design of data governance, data security and data privacy to fulfill compliance requirements. - You will lead, with support, the incorporating of data quality frameworks and processes to address and fulfill requirements as set out in strategy and acceptance criteria. - You will collaborate with sales and pre-sales to clarify requirements and design viable solutions. Job qualifications Technical Skills - You have experience in defining and implementing different types of data architecture, analyzing trade-offs and can define technology stacks for different types of data architecture. - You have exposure to designing application system architecture based on big data, artificial intelligence and related technologies. - You have experience in building, maintaining and tuning data platforms, as well as experience in data warehouse design, data modeling, data monitoring and maintenance. - You have experience with common design patterns, application frameworks and foundational/theoretical knowledge (i.e.: distributed systems, data intensive applications, etc.). - You are proficient in common open-source distributed computing/storage technologies, including but not limited to YARN, Impala, Spark, MapReduce, Kafka and Flink, with practical project architecture experience. - You have a good understanding of business and communication, collaboration skills, strong learning and summarizing abilities. - You have exposure to defining, developing and enabling data-driven techniques, advanced analytics, ML/AI and data mining applications in enterprise. This includes technologies such as LLMs, VLMs, vector & graph databases and/or agentic architectures. - You have exposure to developing real-time and low-latency data streaming solutions. - You have exposure to productionizing machine learning models and applying techniques, tools and processes. - You are passionate about data infrastructure and operations, with expertise working in cloud environments. Professional Skills - You have experience influencing others and always advocate for technical excellence while being open to change when needed. - You bridge product and technology by helping to translate business needs to software requirements. - You have the ability to develop and execute a technical vision with a focus on business value. - You will act as a mentor for less experienced peers through both your technical knowledge and ability to inspire a team to deliver extraordinary impact together. - You are resilient in ambiguous situations and can approach challenges from multiple perspectives. Other things to know Learning & Development There is no one-size-fits-all career path at Thoughtworks: however you want to develop your career is entirely up to you. But we also balance autonomy with the strength of our cultivation culture. This means your career is supported by interactive tools, numerous development programs and teammates who want to help you grow. We see value in helping each other be our best and that extends to empowering our employees in their career journeys. About Thoughtworks Thoughtworks is a dynamic and inclusive community of bright and supportive colleagues who are revolutionizing tech. As a leading technology consultancy, we’re pushing boundaries through our purposeful and impactful work. For 30+ years, we’ve delivered extraordinary impact together with our clients by helping them solve complex business problems with technology as the differentiator. Bring your brilliant expertise and commitment for continuous learning to Thoughtworks. Together, let’s be extraordinary. #LI-Remote See here our AI policy.