Senior Software/Cloud Architect

Position Description

PingWind is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Sr. Software/Cloud Architect responsible for designing and guiding the implementation of enterprise-scale cloud and software solutions. This role provides technical leadership in cloud architecture, software design, system integration, and security to ensure that solutions are scalable, reliable, and aligned with organizational strategy. The Senior Architect works closely with stakeholders, development teams, and operations staff to define architecture standards, optimize performance, and drive innovation across cloud and hybrid environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of cloud-native and hybrid applications, platforms, and infrastructure
• Define system architecture, integration patterns, and technical roadmaps
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, resilient, and cost-optimized
• Develop and oversee multi-cloud or hybrid-cloud strategies (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Drive adoption of cloud-native services, containerization, and serverless technologies
• Provide guidance on cloud migration, modernization, and optimization
• Define best practices for software architecture, coding standards, and design patterns
• Partner with development teams to design microservices, APIs, and distributed systems
• Ensure security and compliance are integrated into all phases of the SDLC

Required Qualifications

• DoD 8140 Certification

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s preferred

About PingWind

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia.

Benefits

• Paid Federal Holidays
• Robust Health Dental Insurance Options
• 401k with matching
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Continuing education assistance
• Short Term / Long Term Disability Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources