Lead Software & Data Architect Engineer

Job Description
Join the BAE Systems Mission Integration Solutions (MIS) team in our new role as Lead Software & Data Architect. This is a key role leading our software architecture across multiple lines of effort including aviation, space, digital infrastructure and physical infrastructure; for some of our nation's largest and most critical defense programs. These programs are demanding and complex, requiring creative solutions that stretch the state of the art in software engineering.
You will be at the heart of the team, setting the technical direction and ensuring we have the right people, processes and tools to win and deliver these programs. You will also be a practitioner, working hands-on to bring your creative solutions to life coding and building proof-of-concepts, winning proposals and transitioning them into operational capabilities. The right candidate will therefore have intellectual curiosity and possess a broad knowledge and experience base across all information technology domains, especially software engineering. Data science and AI/ML expertise is also beneficial. You will be capable of operating at all levels of abstraction from overall system-of-systems architecture through to the detail of implementation and operation.
The ability to interact and collaborate outside our local business domain is essential in this role - "seeking to connect" will be your mantra. You need to have a high level of organizational savvy and the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the business, capable of translating complex, technical information into an easily understood narrative. You will be an ambassador for our software and data science activities and foster new relationships inside and outside BAE Systems including customers, partners and academia. You will be responsible for developing your staff and those of the broader team by mentoring, coaching and training them in use of the latest techniques. You will support the broader BAE Systems enterprise as an expert internal reviewer for programs in other business areas. You will represent the company at national/international trade events and symposia.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Proven track record in software architecture of both small and large/complex systems
• Demonstrable experience of taking IT solutions from proof-of-concept through to production
• Demonstrable experience writing and developing software individually and/or as part of a team
• Grounding in one or more relevant technical areas:
  • Programming languages and tools (e.g. Python, .NET, Go, C/C++, Rust)
  • Front-end and back-end web/development frameworks
  • Software development techniques (e.g. DevSecOps, Agile)
  • Data science languages and tools (e.g. Matlab, R)
  • Data science techniques and infrastructure
  • Artificial intelligence and machine learning
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering or similar fields
• Understanding of engineering life cycle management processes
• Experienced in the supervision of small technical teams
• Must currently possess a Security Clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Higher-level degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering or similar fields
• Deep grounding in one or more relevant technical areas evidenced through released products
• Experienced in engineering lifecycle management inc. proposal development and business winning

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $136000 - $231200
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.