Cloud Application Architect, Lead

The Opportunity:

As a senior Cloud Application Architect, you will translate operational, business, and technical requirements into modern, cloud-native architectures that improve stability, resilience, performance, and maintainability in a secure manner. You will lead efforts to design, develop, and modernize enterprise systems, applying deep technical expertise in cloud services to architect scalable, secure, and resilient solutions aligned to mission and business objectives. Partner with product owners, engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and cloud teams to translate requirements into cloud-based architectures and guide development teams through implementation. Lead architecture reviews, define cloud integration patterns, and ensure adherence to engineering best practices, including DevSecOps, automation, and cloud-native development principles. Provide hands-on technical leadership, mentor engineering teams, and contribute to long-term technology roadmaps.

Work with us as we shape systems for the better.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering and software architecture

• 8+ years of experience with Java development in cloud environments, including modern frameworks such as Spring Boot

• 8+ years of experience with SQL development, relational database design, and performance optimization

• Experience architecting or developing solutions using Microsoft Azure cloud services, including Azure app services, databases, and monitoring features

• Experience leading technical design sessions and delivering architecture documentation

• Experience optimizing software delivery pipelines for cloud-native applications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements

• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services, including containerization such as Azure Kubernetes Service, serverless computing such as Azure Functions, and integration tools such as Logic Apps, or Event Grid

• Experience implementing Azure-centric DevSecOps strategies and continuous deployment pipelines

• Experience with Azure-based event-driven architectures or distributed systems for high-performance, resilient applications

• Possession of excellent communication and stakeholder-engagement skills, including in cloud solution design discussions

• Master's degree

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer, or Java Certification

Vetting:
Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.