Serves as the technical authority for product and Scrum teams, translating architecture strategy into sprint-level delivery. Leads solution architecture packages, AS-IS and TO-BE models, roadmaps, data models, integrations, CI/CD compliance, ATO support, troubleshooting, and sustainment. Supports PI planning, backlog refinement, requirements decomposition, estimates, risk identification, and stakeholder communication while aligning product execution with enterprise architecture and SAFe processes.
Position Summary The Solution Technical Lead is the day-to-day technical authority embedded within product/scrum teams, responsible for translating architecture and engineering direction into executable sprint-level delivery. This role bridges the gap between enterprise architecture, engineering execution, and DevSecOps operations — ensuring technical quality, integration compliance, and delivery velocity across assigned products.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary technical point of contact for assigned products, guiding teams through build planning, sprint execution, and release activities
- Lead solution architecture planning and execution for assigned products, creating and maintaining Solution Architecture Packages including business, systems, application, and data architectures
- Develop AS-IS and TO-BE Architecture Models for specific products using VA-prescribed formats (DoDAF, UAF); update each release
- Define solution-level roadmaps and maintain product-specific data models
- Guide product team execution by maintaining requirements, updating solutions, and ensuring alignment to planned KPIs during PI execution
- Oversee interface development and integration control, including ICR registration and Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for new integrations
- Ensure automated build and CI/CD pipeline capabilities are operational and compliant with VA TRM-approved tools
- Support ATO maintenance by ensuring all security scanning, remediations, and A&A artifact updates are incorporated into build planning timelines
- Provide technical leadership for Tier II/III troubleshooting and sustainment support
- Collaborate with the Enterprise/Solution Architect to ensure product-level work aligns with the HELM-wide SAFe Architectural Runway
- Support PI Planning, backlog refinement, and requirements elaboration; decompose Epics into Features and User Stories
- Provide technical input to Requirements Analysis Proposals (RAPs) including LOE estimates, skill set recommendations, and risk identification
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field and 13 years of relevant experience
- 7+ years of technical experience in software development and systems integration, with at least 2 years in a technical lead role on federal programs
- Demonstrated experience with SAFe Agile, DevSecOps, and hybrid SDLC methodologies
- Proficiency with approved development and collaboration tools (GitHub, Jira, ServiceNow)
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, VAEC) and containerization (Kubernetes, Docker)
- Familiarity with VA enterprise systems and integration patterns (FHIR, REST APIs, ESB/EAI, VistA, Oracle Health EHR)
- Knowledge of VA TRM, ATO/A&A processes, and VA DevSecOps Release Framework
- Strong communication skills; ability to translate complex technical concepts for VA stakeholders and non-technical audiences
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust
Preferred Certifications:
- SAFe Architect (ARCH)
- SAFe Agilist (SA)
- Red Hat Certified Specialist or Architect in OpenShift
- AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Azure Solutions Architect
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM)
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