As a Sr. Principal, Solutions Architect at MetroStar, you'll serve as a strategic technical leade designing and implementing scalable AWS cloud infrastructure across IL5 through IL6+ domains, and also serving as a bridge between customers, teams, growth strategy, and technology innovation. Your work will help set direction, elevate team performance, and deliver secure, mission-critical outcomes.
What You'll Be Doing
- Serve as the primary technical leader for customers with a focus on translating strategic business objectives, development goals, and security requirements into actionable cloud solutions.
- Lead, mentor, and empower cross-functional teams. Build collaboration, ownership, and excellence within your group.
- Drive growth by identifying new opportunities for efficiency, scalability, and innovation, and use the insights you gather to push for thoughtful modernization and improvement of our technology roadmaps.
- Architect, deploy, and manage AWS infrastructure at scale in complex, highly classified environments (IL5 to IL6+). Be hands-on with cloud architecture patterns, microservices, serverless, containers (Docker, Kubernetes), and compliance/security best practices.
What We're Looking For
- Active TS/SCI clearance with CI poly
- 10+ years in roles such as Technical Solution Architect or similar, especially with enterprise cloud-architecture in highly secure, multi-domain environments
- Certifications that satisfy DoD 8140/8570 (e.g. Security+ or higher)
- Deep experience building and scaling AWS infrastructure across classification boundaries (IL5 to IL6+)
- Strong background in cloud architecture, microservices, serverless, containers (Docker, Kubernetes), security & compliance standards
- Proficient in scripting or programming (Python, Java, or JavaScript)
- Excellent verbal and written communication, including conveying complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Strategic mindset, with experience solving challenging technical problems in mission driven contexts
SALARY RANGE: $230,000 - $351,000
- The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:
- The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience
- The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs
- Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation
- This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:
- Performance-based bonuses
- Company-paid training and/or certifications
- Referral bonuses
To apply for this position, please submit your resume via the form below or through our careers page:https://www.metrostar.com/jobs/ Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration. Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance. Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Parental Leave and dependent care
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That's why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades. Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. What we want you to know: 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 upon hire. Not ready to apply now? Sign up to join our newsletter here. |
MetroStar Systems, LLC
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, 401(k), retirement plan
Sep 17, 2025