Description ICF is a mission-driven company filled with people who care deeply about improving the lives of others and making the world a better place. Our core values include embracing differences, collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. We seek candidates who are passionate about building a culture that encourages, embraces, and hires dimensions of difference. We are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients, and committed to making a positive change in the world. We are seeking a Senior Architect / Architect Technical Manager who combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership and client-facing skills to help federal agencies modernize legacy systems, migrate to the cloud, and deliver secure, data-driven, and mission-aligned solutions. This role spans enterprise application architecture, cloud and infrastructure modernization, DevSecOps, and data/AI-enabled platforms, while emphasizing mentorship, governance, and delivery excellence. You will act as a trusted technical advisor to government clients, translating business objectives into scalable, secure architectures; leading multidisciplinary teams; and guiding programs through compliance, Authority to Operate (ATO), and production operations. Success in this role requires pragmatism, strong communication, and a belief that great architecture is achieved by enabling high-performing teams—not individual heroics. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Technical Leadership - Translate business and mission needs into end-to-end solution architectures using clear documentation and diagrams. - Design and govern secure, scalable cloud solutions across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS platforms (Azure). - Evaluate legacy and current systems (applications, data, infrastructure) and define modernization and migration roadmaps. - Own and maintain technical roadmaps, ensuring alignment with program delivery plans and business outcomes. - Perform proofs-of-concept and technology evaluations to inform architectural decisions. - Balance security, technical debt, feature delivery, cost, and operational risk in architectural trade-offs. - Estimate financial and operational impacts of architecture alternatives. Cloud, DevSecOps & Platform Engineering - Lead large-scale cloud and hybrid-cloud migrations, including application and data workloads. - Champion DevSecOps practices within Agile and Scaled Agile environments. - Drive automation through Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, etc.), CI/CD pipelines, and container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes). - Collaborate with security teams to integrate NIST, FISMA, and organizational controls early in the SDLC. - Support operations, monitoring, and incident resolution for production and legacy systems. Data, Analytics & AI Enablement - Oversee the design and delivery of scalable data architectures, ETL pipelines, and cloud-based analytics platforms. - Guide development of BI solutions, dashboards, and visualizations to deliver actionable insights. - Direct implementation of advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI/LLM solutions where appropriate. - Ensure data governance, quality, privacy, and security standards are consistently applied. Client Engagement & Advisory - Serve as a trusted advisor to federal stakeholders and decision-makers. - Help clients define business cases for cloud, modernization, and data/AI initiatives. - Present architectural strategies and technical concepts to both technical and executive audiences. - Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and translate them into practical, mission-relevant recommendations. People Leadership & Practice Development - Lead, mentor, and people-manage multidisciplinary teams of architects, engineers, and analysts. - Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture. - Guide teams through architectural challenges and professional development. - Contribute to internal practice development, standards, templates, and continuous improvement initiatives. - Collaborate closely with Program Management, Security, and Account teams. Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical field. - 9+ years of experience in enterprise solution and/or cloud architecture. - 8+ years of experience delivering customer-facing, production systems. - 5+ years of experience leading or actively participating in at least one federal ATO at FISMA Moderate or higher. - 5+ years of experience with modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript/Node.js, React, Angular, .NET). - 5+ years of experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure). - U.S. Citizenship required. - Ability to obtain (or active) Public Trust or higher clearance; active clearance preferred. - Cloud & Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP, ServiceNow, Salesforce, Appian - DevOps & Automation: Terraform, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines - Application & Data: Java, Python, JavaScript, SQL, Databricks, ETL tools - Analytics & AI: Tableau, Power BI, ML frameworks, LLMs, NLP - Collaboration & Delivery: Jira, Confluence, Agile/Scrum tools Preferred Qualifications - Master’s degree in a related field. - Strong understanding of security-by-design, risk management, and compliance in federal environments. - Proven ability to lead technical teams and communicate complex ideas clearly. - Federal public sector consulting experience. - Experience leading distributed or remote teams. - Azure certifications (Solutions Architect or equivalent). - Experience with microservices, serverless architectures, and event-driven systems. - Experience with containers and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes, OpenShift). - Knowledge of TOGAF, Agile, DevSecOps, and human-centered design practices. - Experience with data engineering, BI platforms, and AI/ML solutions. - Growth mindset with strong business acumen and facilitation skills. Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. Candidate AI Usage Policy At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.   Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $119,323.00 - $202,850.00 Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

Description At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW. Job Summary The Consulting Sol Architect - HI is a field-based technical pre-sales role that focuses on developing comprehensive security solutions for CDW customers. This role involves providing consultative guidance, supporting partner product sales, scoping service offerings, and fostering strategic relationships to drive business growth. In this role you will be working with customers, delivery, and internal sales teams to develop and maintain strategic relationships and be a trusted advisor to grow our Hybrid Infrastructure services business. What you will do: * Develop appropriate product scoping, bill of materials, assessment, and service solutions for CDW customers, including architecture, optimizations, technology health checks, deployment services, and advisory services. * Collaborate with customers, delivery teams, and internal sales to offer consultative guidance, plan sales strategy, and author statements of work (SOWs). * Analyze technical and competitive considerations, defining actions to meet customer expectations in the sales cycle by uncovering customer long-term goals and requirements and crafting solutions that build towards the desired end goals. * Maintain strategic relationships with Customers, Internal Sales & Delivery management, acting as a trusted advisor to drive business growth. * Maintain relationships with Key strategic partners by maintaining at least 5 partner technical certifications. * Grow influence in your assigned territory by high levels of engagement with vendors/partners/customers/Sales as a strategic advisor and being seen by teammates as an expert in the field. * Act as a subject matter expert in multiple families of products and solutions, providing regular contributions to CDW marketing approved online activities, such as LinkedIn, blog posts, online magazine, etc. * Drive outreach initiatives, technical enablement projects, coaching, and mentoring for other SAs, Solution Executives, and Field Sellers. * Mentoring and coaching of solution architects around best practices to engage with coworkers and customers. What we expect of you: * Bachelor's Degree and 7 + years of experience in technical, pre-sales, or post-sale delivery role OR 11+ years of experience in technical, pre-sales, or post-sale delivery * Motivated, self-starting, and able to independently perform high quality work with minimal guidance. * Industry knowledge and domain expertise: An SA should possess domain expertise. They should understand industry-specific challenges, regulations, and best practices. They should have a deep understanding of the architecture, products, technologies, and solutions offered by the company. This knowledge enables them to provide tailored recommendations and position the company's solutions effectively within the industry landscape. * Team collaboration and leadership: Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including sales and delivery, is crucial in this role. A SA should be able to work effectively in a team, lead technical discussions, and influence decision-making. They may also provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members. * Customer-focused approach: An SA must have a customer-centric mindset and be able to understand and articulate customer needs effectively. They should possess excellent communication and presentation skills to engage with customers, gather requirements, and explain technical concepts in a clear and concise manner. Building relationships, understanding customer pain points, and providing tailored solutions are key aspects of this role. * Solution design and problem-solving skills: The candidate should have the ability to design and communicate comprehensive solutions that address customer requirements, business challenges, and build consensus around the final solution. They should be skilled in analyzing complex problems, identifying appropriate solutions, and translating technical concepts into understandable terms for customers. Strong problem-solving skills are crucial for identifying and resolving technical issues or gaps in proposed solutions. * Willingness to travel up to 25% or as needed. Pay range: $121,450 - $170,010 depending on experience and skill set Annual bonus target of 25% subject to terms and conditions of plan Benefits overview: [https://cdw.benefit-info.com/](https://cdw.benefit-info.com/) Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials * CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization * We're looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner's mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances- not replaces- human creativity and decision-making. You don't need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work. * We make technology work so people can do great things. * CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law. CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, CDW's goal is to get to know you as an applicant and understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. While AI can help you present yourself more clearly and effectively, the essence of your application should be authentically yours. To learn more, please review [CDW's AI Applicant Notice](https://www.cdwjobs.com/pages/ai-applicant-notice).

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It's transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We're not waiting for the future to arrive. We're shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together. The Crown Is Yours As a Software Architect, you'll help design and scale the systems that power world-class digital experiences. You'll play a critical role in shaping architectural decisions while staying close to the code, ensuring our platforms are resilient, performant, and built to evolve. Working across Engineering, Product, Infrastructure, and Platform teams, you'll influence how we approach distributed systems at scale and elevate technical standards across the organization. Your work will strengthen our foundation today while enabling us to move faster and smarter tomorrow. The Unified Trading Platform domain is at the center of our sports offering ecosystem, delivering real-time, high-volume sports data that powers odds, events, and market experiences. In this role, you'll take technical ownership of the domain and help drive the evolution of resilient, scalable, and high-performing systems. You'll translate product needs into sustainable architecture, shape the technical direction of the platform, and help us solve complex challenges in a multi-tenant, global environment with real-time data requirements. What you'll do - Define and evolve architectural solutions that improve system performance, scalability, reliability, and operational excellence. - Design and refine frameworks, tooling, and engineering standards that enhance system resilience and longterm maintainability. - Partner closely with Product, Infrastructure, and Platform teams to embed sound architectural principles into planning, design, and delivery. - Contribute hands-on to critical initiatives, including prototypes, proof-of-concepts, and production systems that demonstrate scalable, maintainable design. - Guide teams in adopting robust distributed system patterns, ensuring fault tolerance, observability, and operational maturity are built in from day one. - Provide thoughtful design reviews and technical guidance that raise the bar for engineering quality and consistency. - Collaborate with engineering leaders to align architectural decisions with business priorities and long-term platform strategy. What you will bring : - At least 8 years of professional software engineering experience, including significant experience designing and evolving large-scale distributed systems in production environments. - Extensive knowledge of messaging and streaming systems; hands-on expertise with .NET and Kafka is a strong advantage. - Proven understanding of push-based microservices architecture, including containerization and orchestration paradigms. - Strong expertise in scalable design patterns, performance optimization, reliability engineering, and modern cloud-based architectures. - Proficiency with modern development practices, including continuous integration and delivery, infrastructure as code, and observability tooling. - Experience collaborating across teams to deliver cross-functional technical initiatives that improve system stability, scalability, or efficiency. - Clear, structured communication skills with the ability to document architectural decisions and influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders. - A passion for mentoring engineers, providing actionable design feedback, and continuously improving engineering standards. #LI-AA2 #LI-REMOTE Join Our Team We're a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don't worry, we'll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It's transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We're not waiting for the future to arrive. We're shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together. The Crown Is Yours As a Software Architect, you'll help design and scale the systems that power world-class digital experiences. You'll play a critical role in shaping architectural decisions while staying close to the code, ensuring our platforms are resilient, performant, and built to evolve. Working across Engineering, Product, Infrastructure, and Platform teams, you'll influence how we approach distributed systems at scale and elevate technical standards across the organization. Your work will strengthen our foundation today while enabling us to move faster and smarter tomorrow. The Unified Trading Platform domain is at the center of our sports offering ecosystem, delivering real-time, high-volume sports data that powers odds, events, and market experiences. In this role, you'll take technical ownership of the domain and help drive the evolution of resilient, scalable, and high-performing systems. You'll translate product needs into sustainable architecture, shape the technical direction of the platform, and help us solve complex challenges in a multi-tenant, global environment with real-time data requirements. What you'll do - Define and evolve architectural solutions that improve system performance, scalability, reliability, and operational excellence. - Design and refine frameworks, tooling, and engineering standards that enhance system resilience and longterm maintainability. - Partner closely with Product, Infrastructure, and Platform teams to embed sound architectural principles into planning, design, and delivery. - Contribute hands-on to critical initiatives, including prototypes, proof-of-concepts, and production systems that demonstrate scalable, maintainable design. - Guide teams in adopting robust distributed system patterns, ensuring fault tolerance, observability, and operational maturity are built in from day one. - Provide thoughtful design reviews and technical guidance that raise the bar for engineering quality and consistency. - Collaborate with engineering leaders to align architectural decisions with business priorities and long-term platform strategy. What you will bring : - At least 8 years of professional software engineering experience, including significant experience designing and evolving large-scale distributed systems in production environments. - Extensive knowledge of messaging and streaming systems; hands-on expertise with .NET and Kafka is a strong advantage. - Proven understanding of push-based microservices architecture, including containerization and orchestration paradigms. - Strong expertise in scalable design patterns, performance optimization, reliability engineering, and modern cloud-based architectures. - Proficiency with modern development practices, including continuous integration and delivery, infrastructure as code, and observability tooling. - Experience collaborating across teams to deliver cross-functional technical initiatives that improve system stability, scalability, or efficiency. - Clear, structured communication skills with the ability to document architectural decisions and influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders. - A passion for mentoring engineers, providing actionable design feedback, and continuously improving engineering standards. #LI-AA2 #LI-REMOTE Join Our Team We're a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don't worry, we'll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.