Software Development Lead / Solution Architect (Digitalization Tools)

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.

Serve as the technical architect and engineering manager for an enterprise-grade platform supporting a complex federal digitalization program. This role leads development of tools for intake inventory tracking, document ingestion, metadata validation, submission preparation, and reporting. Solutions must 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.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's with 12+ years (or commensurate experience)
• 12+ years of hands-on software engineering and system design experience, with 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 continuous integration (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 , GCP 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
• Some knowledge of IRS MeF or other IRS tax systems is highly desirable

Clearance Required:

Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.