Senior Solutions Architect (AI/ML & Cloud)

<p>540 is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect (AI/ML & Cloud) to support a high-visibility Department of War initiative within the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) Test & Evaluation (T&E) organization. This role will help advance next-generation capabilities across cloud-native platforms, AI/ML systems, DevSecOps practices, and data-driven mission applications that support critical test and evaluation efforts. </p> <p>As a trusted technical leader, you will partner with government stakeholders, engineers, and architects to design and deliver scalable, secure, and resilient solutions that accelerate innovation and enable the adoption of emerging technologies across complex defense environments.</p> <p><strong>Location</strong>: Arlington, VA with onsite support at the Pentagon. Hybrid work flexibility may be available based on client and mission needs<br><strong>Citizenship & Clearance Requirement</strong>: Per client requirements, candidates must be U.S. Citizens with an active DoW TS/SCI clearance<br><strong>Education Requirement: </strong>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or related<br><strong>540 Internal Thrive Level: </strong>Senior Solutions Architect</p> <p><strong>WHY 540?</strong></p> <p>540 is a forward-thinking company that the government turns to in order to #getshitdone. We don’t just talk about innovation – we deliver it. We break down barriers, build impactful technology, and solve mission-critical problems.</p> <p><strong>HOW YOU’LL DRIVE IMPACT</strong></p> <ul> <li>Serve as a hands-on technical leader, actively designing, prototyping, and building cloud- and AI-enabled solutions while providing architectural guidance and mentorship to engineering teams</li> <li>Lead the architecture, design, and delivery of cloud-native solutions supporting mission-critical modernization initiatives across federal and defense environments</li> <li>Provide technical leadership and strategic direction to engineering teams while helping expand technical capabilities, project scope, and customer impact</li> <li>Advise and lead teams on integrating AI/ML capabilities, MLOps processes, and advanced analytics solutions into enterprise applications and mission workflows</li> <li>Support business growth activities through technical strategy, solution development, proposal support, and customer engagement</li> <li>Partner with customers, technical teams, and stakeholders to define technology roadmaps, solution architectures, and implementation strategies aligned to mission objectives</li> <li>Guide cloud migration and modernization efforts, helping organizations adopt scalable, resilient, and secure