Nava PBC - Solutions Architect
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Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field • 6+ years of experience in IT architecture, digital services, or technical solutioning, with at least 3+ years supporting proposals or capture efforts for government contracts (federal, state, or local) • Deep understanding of government procurement processes, including federal/state/local RFPs, RFQs, and contract vehicles (GSA, IDIQs, BPAs) • Strong technical writing skills, with experience developing proposal content that translates complex IT concepts into compelling, compliant narratives • Familiarity with FedRAMP, FISMA, Section 508, and other government security/compliance frameworks • Ability to balance compliance, feasibility, and innovation in solution design • Experience engaging with government stakeholders, proposal teams, and partners/subcontractors to refine technical solutions • Prior experience as a Technical Solution Architect at a large systems integrators, with demonstrated success architecting and winning large-scale, full-lifecycle integration programs • Proven ability to design and articulate integrated, multi-domain solutions spanning infrastructure, applications, data, and managed services in response to large-scale, competitive procurement opportunities • Familiarity with human-centered design, open-source technologies, modular contracting principles, cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP), cybersecurity, DevSecOps, Human-centered Design, and AI-powered automation • Prior experience in technical writing, AI-enhanced solutioning, and automation tools • $143,000—$153,000 USD • All roles at Nava require the following: • Legal authorization to work in the United States • Ability to meet any other requirements for government contracts for which candidates are hired • Work authorization that doesn’t require visa sponsorship, now or in the future • May be subject to a government background check or security clearance, depending on the contract
Responsibilities
• Lead the development of technical solutions for federal, state, and local RFPs, RFQs, and white papers. • Work closely with Client Solutions Managers, Proposal Managers and Writers, and Subject Matter Experts to craft solutions aligned with customer challenges, mission needs, and contract requirements. • Architect secure, scalable, and cost-effective solutions that integrate Nava’s capabilities. • Ensure all solutions comply with government security, accessibility, and interoperability requirements (FedRAMP, FISMA, Section 508). • Balance compliance, feasibility, and innovation to develop winning technical approaches. • Author and refine technical sections for proposals, including solution narratives, architecture diagrams, staffing approaches, and cost justifications. • Develop technical white papers, concept papers, and capability statements to support capture efforts. • Leverage AI/LLMs and automation tools to streamline technical writing while ensuring quality and compliance. • Participate in color team reviews to refine solution approaches and strengthen proposal responses. • In collaboration with Technical Writer(s), maintain a repository of reusable technical content to improve future proposal efficiency. • Collaborate with business development and delivery teams to shape Nava’s go-to-market strategy and identify emerging technical needs in the government IT space. • When appropriate, engage with government clients, partners, and subcontractors to align solutions with contract objectives and teaming arrangements. • Represent Nava’s technical capabilities in pre-solicitation engagements, industry days, and client meetings. • Support oral presentations and solution demonstrations for competitive procurements. • Stay up to date on emerging technologies, AI advancements, cybersecurity best practices, and government IT trends. • Evaluate new tools and methodologies to enhance solutioning efficiency, compliance, and innovation. • Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing initiatives and help refine Nava’s technical solutioning playbook.
Benefits
• Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs • Health coverage • Insurance coverage — Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost • Insurance coverage • Time off — vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays to rest and recharge • Time off • Company holidays — enjoy 12 paid federal holidays each year on top of your regular PTO • Company holidays • Annual bonus — when Nava meets its goals, eligible employees receive a performance-based annual bonus • Annual bonus • Parental leave — paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home • Parental leave • Wellness program — full platform offering physical, mental, & emotional health resources & support tools • Wellness program • Virtual care — see doctors online with no copay through UnitedHealthcare’s virtual visit program • Virtual care • Sabbatical leave — earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest • Sabbatical leave • 401(k) match — Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan • 401(k) match • Flexible work — remote-first environment with flexibility built around your schedule and responsibilities • Flexible work • Utility support — monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses • Utility support • Learning opportunities — internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills • Learning opportunities • Development opportunities — LinkedIn Learning access & an annual allowance for courses, tuition, & certs • Development opportunities • Referral bonus — get rewarded when you refer great people who join the Nava team • Referral bonus • Commuter benefits — pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable • Supportive culture — A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care • Supportive culture • Location • Location • We have fully remote options if you reside in one of the following states: • Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, DC, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin • If you are not living in one of the states listed above, unfortunately, you will not be considered for a position at this time. • Stay in touch • Stay in touch • Please contact the recruiting team at [email protected] if you would like to request reasonable accommodation during the application or interviewing process. • We participate in E-Verify. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. This role requires you to work from the contiguous United States. • Equal Employment Opportunity • Nava is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, gender and/or gender identity or expression, color, creed, religion, religious creed, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, reproductive health autonomy, pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, domestic violence victim status, marital status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Nava prohibits any such discrimination or harassment. This policy applies to all employees, applicants, contractors, and temporary workers of Nava.
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