Solutions Architect (SAFe ART Manager)
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Solutions Architect (SAFe ART Manager)
Position Overview:
World Services is seeking an experienced Top Secret Cleared Solutions Architect with a strong background in Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Agile Release Train (ART) management to support a federal customer at NAS Patuxent River (PAX River). This is a mission-critical role requiring a seasoned professional to lead and coordinate software development efforts across multiple, geographically dispersed teams.
This position requires on-premises support and an active Top-Secret Clearance. While specific technical certifications are not required, a candidate endorsed or recommended by senior leadership will be highly regarded.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead enterprise-level software design, development planning, and technical strategy across multiple teams.
- Manage and guide multiple ARTs in a SAFe environment.
- Coordinate integration and collaboration among dispersed software development teams.
- Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture principles, DevSecOps practices, and project goals.
- Design and oversee secure, scalable CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration environments using Tekton, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.
- Implement and guide adoption of DevSecOps tools for container security, compliance, and software supply chain management (e.g., Software Bill of Materials (SBOM), IronBank, Anchor, Chainguard).
- Define architecture standards for containerized applications using Docker and modern deployment frameworks.
- Provide strategic oversight on system design, architecture, and delivery.
Required Qualifications:
- Active Top-Secret Clearance is mandatory.
- Proven experience managing large-scale software programs using the SAFe Agile methodology.
- Demonstrated ability to work with and lead multiple distributed development teams.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience with DevSecOps tools and platforms including (but not limited to): Tekton, Kubernetes, SBOM, IronBank, Chainguard, Anchor, OpenShift, and Docker.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting DoD software programs or working within secure facilities.
- Background in enterprise system architecture and integration.
Location: Patuxent River, Maryland - Onsite
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $170,000-$180,000
Benefits: 401(k)
● Dental insurance
● Health insurance
● Paid time off
● Professional development assistance
● Vision insurance
Position is available immediately, pending client approval.
Company DescriptionWorld Services, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. We offer a wide variety of IT services to support enterprises at every level. These include Management Consulting, Cloud Architecture, Software Development, Agile Implementation, Data Science and Analytics, Systems Engineering, Augmented Reality, and Cyber Security services. World Services commitment to a quality delivery of technology and services is backed by the ISO 9000 certified and CMMI Level 3 in Services and Development to ensure a quality framework of policies, tools, and procedures. This is one of the factors that allow our company as a ISO certified and CMMI Level 3 rated small business to deliver consistent, scalable solutions to the Federal, State and Local Government, healthcare, and commercial clients. Our quality processes ensure our customers receive shorter lead time, delivery reliability, and consistent, high-quality services and products.
Company Description
World Services, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. We offer a wide variety of IT services to support enterprises at every level. These include Management Consulting, Cloud Architecture, Software Development, Agile Implementation, Data Science and Analytics, Systems Engineering, Augmented Reality, and Cyber Security services. World Services commitment to a quality delivery of technology and services is backed by the ISO 9000 certified and CMMI Level 3 in Services and Development to ensure a quality framework of policies, tools, and procedures. This is one of the factors that allow our company as a ISO certified and CMMI Level 3 rated small business to deliver consistent, scalable solutions to the Federal, State and Local Government, healthcare, and commercial clients. Our quality processes ensure our customers receive shorter lead time, delivery reliability, and consistent, high-quality services and products.