BCG Platinion | Principal IT Architect, Public Sector Industry Leader (Defense &
Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Boston
BCG Platinion | Principal IT Architect, Public Sector Industry Leader (Defense & Security, Civil Sector)
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Overview
Boston Consulting Group (BCG) partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges. Founded in 1963, BCG helps clients with transformation, growth, and building competitive advantage through innovative solutions combining management consulting, technology, and design.
About BCG Platinion
BCG Platinion focuses on digital transformation, bringing technical expertise to help clients achieve digital excellence. We are a team of problem-solvers dedicated to setting the pace of innovation.
Role Description
As a Principal IT Architect, you will develop innovative IT concepts and architectural solutions, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enable organizational transformation. This role primarily serves the US Public Sector but is also open to private sector engagements.
Qualifications
- US Citizenship, active security clearance or ability to obtain one (e.g., DoD Secret/Top Secret)
- Experience in portfolio and project management within US federal government agencies
- Bachelors Degree in IT, business, or related fields; Masters preferred
- 8+ years in software engineering, with >4 years in architecture
- Expertise in cloud architecture, API/microservices, data analytics, and emerging technologies
- Strong communication skills to explain complex topics to senior executives
Key Competencies
- Technical expertise and innovative thinking
- Comfort with ambiguity and change management
- Collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
- Knowledge of agile methodologies and architecture best practices
Benefits & Compensation
First-year base salary: $230,000 USD, with performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off. We support work-life balance and family benefits, including parental leave and fertility support.
Additional Details
Travel may be required based on client needs. BCG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify participant.
Employment Details
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Engineering and IT