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Software Development Lead / Solution Architect (Digitalization Tools)

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Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Software Development Lead / Solution Architect to design, build, and manage secure, cloud-based tools supporting intake, validation, metadata processing, and submission for a federal digitalization platform. This position will be located in Washington, DC and will be a hybrid position. Please note: The contract has not been awarded; this position remains unfunded and is contingent upon the award of the contract. Responsibilities

Serve as the technical architect and engineering manager for an enterprise-grade platform supporting a complex federal digitalization program. Lead development of tools for intake inventory tracking, document ingestion, metadata validation, submission preparation, and reporting. Ensure solutions meet FedRAMP High requirements, support automated testing and daily builds, and enable both manual and AI-assisted data capture aligned with defined schemas and business rules. Architect and lead development of the integrated tool suite for document intake, metadata capture, validation, and submission. Design and deliver an Inventory Management System for intake site tracking of physical submissions. Build scalable ingestion pipelines for scanned images, integrating SLA-based prioritization and metadata validation workflows. Implement interfaces to support manual metadata entry and AI/ML-assisted extraction, ensuring outputs conform to IRS schemas. Build and manage validation services for client-defined business rules, with clear error messaging and override mechanisms. Ensure systems support 10% human QA review of PDFs against extracted metadata, with auditable trails. Integrate with client or third-party systems for secure, compliant digital submission, including schema packaging, transmission, and response handling. Operate all systems within FedRAMP High-certified cloud environments, meeting continuous compliance standards. Implement daily CI/CD pipelines with automated unit, integration, and regression testing. Maintain comprehensive audit logging, access controls, and proactive vulnerability remediation processes. Lead technical reviews, documentation, sprint planning, and architecture checkpoints. Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of experience (or commensurate experience). 12+ years of hands-on software engineering and system design experience, including at least 3 years in architecture or team lead roles. Proven experience delivering secure, scalable applications in FedRAMP High cloud environments. Deep technical understanding of AI-assisted data extraction, metadata validation, and secure document handling. Strong grasp of submission formats, business rule schemas, and structured data packaging (XML, JSON). Experience with CI/CD, automated testing frameworks, and quality gates. Strong leadership and cross-functional coordination skills, with ability to translate program needs into stable, user-centered tools. Preferred Skills and Experience Cloud Platforms: AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, Google Cloud Platform Assured Workloads DevOps: Terraform, GitHub Actions/GitLab CI, Docker, Kubernetes, SonarQube Languages: Python, Java, Node.js Frameworks: FastAPI, Spring Boot, React AI/ML: Integration with Textract, Form Recognizer, or custom OCR pipelines Security: STIGs, SCAP, OpenSCAP, Nessus, FedRAMP continuous monitoring Knowledge of IRS MeF or other IRS tax systems is highly desirable Clearance

Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance. Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers—people who are passionate about transforming government IT. We deliver innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve citizens. What You Can Expect / Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward, here is what to expect: Virtual video interview with the hiring manager and/or team (camera on). Valid photo ID required during interviews. Background check, including criminal history (past 7 years), verification of education, and verification of employment history (past 7 years). Employee Perks

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Corporate Discounts Learning & Development platform with certification preparation content Training, Education and Certification Assistance Referral Bonus Program Internal Mobility Program Pet Insurance Flexible Work Environment Available to full-time employees We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets. Compensation

Posted salary range: USD $170,000.00 - USD $195,000.00 / Yr. Final base pay may vary based on factors including location, experience, and internal equity. Total compensation may include additional elements discussed during hiring. At-will employment status applies.

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