Code for America is looking for a talented Staff Solutions Architect who will contribute to building products and digital services that transform the way government delivers services to communities in need.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, Solutions Engineer, or Solutions Architect with experience leading projects and interacting with customers.
- Recent back-end development, database, data-science and/or DevOps experience.
- 4+ years of experience coding backend systems and data infrastructure in an industry-standard language (Python, Java, C#, Ruby, etc)
- Recent experience integrating emerging technologies (e.g., generative AI models) into existing workflows or new solutions.
- Client-facing development experience that involves working with clients to pin down the details of specific customizations and document precise technical requirements.
- Ability to engage in research to learn about current systems and architecture, and then incorporate this knowledge to design new solutions and new architectures.
- Fast learning curve and capacity to get up to speed in new technologies quickly.
- Fundamentally curious and empathetic; able to thoughtfully balance partner, user, and team needs and identify solutions that move the work forward towards greater impact.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
- Passion for the mission of making government services better for people who need them most.
- Strong self-management skills and a proven ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously.
- Tenacity and adaptability; able to navigate relationships and technical challenges and unblock themselves and their team.
Benefits
- 401k Matching
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Medical Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Sabbatical
- Paid Sick Time
- Retirement Plan
- Time Off
- Training / guidance for staff required to utilize AI as part of their role, plus opportunities for employees to gain AI-related skills to support job and career growth
