Principal Software Architect and Development Lead
Quick Summary
Lead development teams in the design, implementation, testing, and deployment of modern software solutions. Define and maintain software architecture standards and best practices. Lead AI/ML, cloud,
Minimal 0-20% Working Hours: Standard Required Qualifications: Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering,
KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.
What We Offer
~1 min readResponsibilities
~1 min read- →Lead development teams in the design, implementation, testing, and deployment of modern software solutions.
- →Define and maintain software architecture standards and best practices.
- →Lead AI/ML, cloud, and digital transformation initiatives.
- →Conduct architecture reviews and code reviews while enforcing software quality standards.
- →Mentor software engineers and provide technical guidance across programs.
- →Support hiring activities including interviewing, candidate selection, onboarding, and workforce development.
- →Partner with leadership to develop and execute software strategy and technology roadmaps.
- →Collaborate with customers, program managers, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver mission-focused software capabilities.
- Location: Remote, Willing to travel 1-3 times per quarter
- Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
- Working Hours: Standard
Requirements
~1 min readExperience as a Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Startup company experience
AWS and AWS GovCloud expertise
Kubernetes experience
Knowledge of FedRAMP and NIST frameworks
Active Secret security clearance
Experience supporting DoD or federal government customers
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Listing Details
- Posted
- September 18, 2026
- First seen
- October 4, 2026
- Last seen
- October 8, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 3
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 19%
- Scored at
- October 8, 2026
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