At Imagine Believe Realize, LLC we are driven by innovation, transformation and a relentless pursuit of excellence. As an industry leader delivering impactful results, we thrive on solving complex technical challenges and developing cutting-edge solutions that empower our customers and advance critical missions.

IBR is a fast-growing company fueled by passion, curiosity, and innovative thinking – where every team member has the opportunity to continuously learn, unlock their full potential, and redefine what is possible in engineering and technology. If you are inspired by innovation, eager to make a difference, and ready to bring your creativity and expertise to a mission-focused team, we invite you to join us and together, we will shape the future. Let’s Make It Real!

The Software Architect must be able to meet the key criteria below:

Location: 100% remote. This is a United States based position, and candidates must reside in the continental United States to be eligible for employment. May be required to travel to USCIS on site facility one per month in D.C metro area.

Years’ Experience: 10+ years professional experience

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in IT related field

Security Clearance: IBR is a federal contractor. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance issued by USCIS. This agency handles and adjudicates the security clearance process.

NOTE: United States Citizenship is required as part of the eligibility criteria to be able to obtain this type of security clearance.

Employment Type: Full Time

Work Schedules: IBR promotes work-life balance by offering flexible scheduling options. Standard business hours are aligned to the Eastern Time Zone.

Key Skills:

• Must have experience architecting complex enterprise solutions and translating business requirements into technical architecture.
• Experience with Application and Microservices architectures.
• Experience with data pipeline architecture for machine learning workflows using batch and streaming data architecture (Kafka, Kinesis, Apache Storm).
• Experience using Python in solution architecture and for data pipeline development, API prototyping and infrastructure automation scripts.

 

Position Overview

As a Software Architect at IBR, you will play a key role in designing and implementing secure, next-generation solutions that support critical missions. As a member of our Engineering Support for Identity Services (ESIS) program supporting DHS-USCIS, you will collaborate with technical leaders, business stakeholders, and a multi-disciplinary team to ensure solutions are scalable, secure and forward-thinking, while remaining aligned with organizational and program goals. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to technical strategy within a dynamic, mission-driven, and customer focused environment.

 

The Software Architect will design and deliver comprehensive technical solutions that bridge business requirements with scalable, secure technology implementations. This role will collaborate closely with government stakeholders, lead solution design across multiple projects, and drive architectural excellence while identifying opportunities for innovation and operational efficiency.

 

Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive technical solutions that address complex business challenges and identify architectural improvements across multiple technology domains

• Continuously evaluate and optimize solution architectures to improve performance, security, and cost-effectiveness of technology implementations

• Collaborate with data scientists, machine learning engineers, and development teams to architect integrated solutions while providing technical leadership and implementation guidance

• Support business development and account growth by contributing solution architecture expertise to pipeline development and strategic planning initiatives

• Participate in strategic planning sessions focused on solution portfolio expansion and enterprise growth objectives

• Provide solution architecture guidance and technical advisory services to ensure secure, compliant, and well-integrated technology implementations

• Engage directly with senior government executives to present solution architectures, provide technical consultation, and serve as a trusted advisor on complex technology initiatives

 

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience planning, building and supporting solution architecture, enterprise systems design, and AI/ML solution delivery
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in IT related field required

• Strong software architecture experience with the ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable technical designs and guide cross-functional teams through implementation.
• Extensive architecture & design experience, including at least three (3) years designing and implementing enterprise-scale AI/ML solutions in AWS cloud environments (including EKS, EC2, Lambda, Kinesis).

• Strong software development background and are proficient in solution architecture patterns including microservices, event-driven architecture, and can provide guidance on architecture pattern selection and best practices.

• Experience designing and implementing real-time data streaming architectures using Apache Kafka or other types of message brokers for high-throughput, fault-tolerant event processing and data pipeline integration

• Hands-on experience architecting unified analytics platforms using Databricks for large-scale data processing, machine learning workflows, and collaborative data science initiatives
• Big data experience and technologies such as Databricks, Hadoop, Spark, or similar preferred.

• Experience architecting search and analytics solutions using the Elastic stack and/or Amazon OpenSearch

• Experience leading digital transformation initiatives including legacy system modernization and developing target-state architecture roadmaps

• Proficient in multiple programming languages including Java, JavaScript, and Python

• Deep knowledge of containerization technologies and orchestration platforms including Docker and Kubernetes for solution scalability

• Strong understanding of enterprise networking, security architectures, load balancing strategies, and database design principles

• Extensive experience architecting end-to-end data analytics platforms, and cloud migration strategies

• Demonstrate a strong track record of defining and delivering platform-based products, services, and comprehensive solution portfolios

• Proven experience developing API platform architectures, and launching cloud-native solutions from concept to production
• Experience setting up GitOps workflows with ArgoCD

• Employ exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with proven ability to present complex technical solutions to government executives and build consensus across diverse teams

• Proactively identify solution optimization opportunities and implement cost-effective architectural improvements

• Have a passion for emerging technologies and applying innovative solutions to meet complex government requirements

• Possess strong independent problem-solving abilities with experience working in ambiguous environments

• Collaborative, results-driven, and committed to delivering exceptional client value

 

Application Deadline:

Applications will be reviewed as received and accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. Early application is strongly encouraged.

 

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This role primarily involves sedentary work, in a workplace and/or home office environment. There are some physical demands associated with the role, including:

• Extended periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of equipment or materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional travel to client sites or meetings may be required.
• Work may need to be performed in a fast-paced environment requiring quick decision making.
• Flexible work arrangements may be available based on business needs.
• Will be exposed to a wide variety of clients in differing functions, personalities, and abilities.

 

Benefits and Compensation Information
Imagine Believe Realize, LLC (IBR) is focused on delivering software and systems engineering solutions to government and commercial clients. Our talent acquisition strategy is designed for career-minded professionals that value continuous learning and growth. We strive to enhance our team members’ ability to thrive in the workplace by creating a proper work/life balance and first-class benefits package that includes:

• Nationwide medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 401k matching
• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability at no cost to our employees
• Supplemental insurance options
• Flexible spending accounts and Dependent Care spending accounts
• Wellness incentives
• Reimbursement for professional development and certifications
• Access to training assistance opportunities to support career growth and progression
• Hybrid and Remote work opportunities to support work-life balance

 

The expected salary range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000 USD annually. This is a good-faith estimate and not a salary guarantee as compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, education, skills, associated role responsibilities, applicable contractual requirements, and geographic location.

 

Apply Today

If you are ready to grow your career and make an impact, then we encourage you to apply today by submitting an application. We welcome you to explore additional job opportunities listed on our careers page https://teamibr.applicantstack.com/x/openings.

 

Applicants who require alternative assistance with the application or interview process may request reasonable accommodations by contacting us using the contact information provided below:

info@teamibr.com
407.459.1830

 

Compliance and Regulatory Statements

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Imagine Believe Realize, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics such as race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, age, national origin, disability (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected class in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

 

Affirmative Action

As a federal contractor, Imagine Believe Realize, LLC takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

 

Individuals with Disabilities

Imagine Believe Realize, LLC is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified individuals with disabilities and to making reasonable accommodations to enable them to apply for positions and perform their jobs. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at info@teamibr.com.

 

Protected Veterans (VEVRAA)

Imagine Believe Realize, LLC actively seeks to employ and advance qualified protected veterans in compliance with the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).

 

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Imagine Believe Realize, LLC will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action (including an investigation conducted by the employer), or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

 

Right to Work / Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form (Form I-9).