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Associate Solutions Architect

540
Location
Remote
Posted
1 month ago
Department
DHA CDAO
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related technical field
  • 0-3 years of relevant professional experience
  • Foundational understanding of software, data, cloud, systems, or application architecture concepts
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn new technologies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Nice to have
  • Internship, academic, research, military, or project experience involving software development or data engineering
  • Familiarity with Python, SQL, Java, or another programming language
  • Exposure to AWS, Microsoft Azure, Oracle Cloud, or another cloud platform
  • Familiarity with APIs, databases, data pipelines, or distributed systems
  • Exposure to Databricks, Apache Spark, Tableau, or similar platforms
What the job really is

The Associate Solutions Architect role involves supporting a federal health data modernization initiative by working with architects, engineers, and stakeholders to design and implement data solutions across various environments. Daily tasks include documenting systems, creating architecture diagrams, participating in technical discussions, and collaborating with teams to ensure alignment with solution designs. This entry-level position is ideal for recent graduates looking to develop their technical skills in a meaningful federal mission context.

Benefits
  • Flexible PTO + all Federal holidays off
  • Health, dental and vision insurance plans
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401k with employer match
  • Company-sponsored life insurance, short- and long-term disability
  • Professional development (training, certifications, conferences)
Things to weigh
  • Entry-level position may require a steep learning curve for recent graduates
  • Remote work with potential for periodic travel
  • Focus on federal health data may limit exposure to other industries
  • Clearance requirement may restrict candidate pool
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