If you love the front end of big government work, where the solution gets invented, priced, and sold before it ever gets built, this is that lane. You’ll lead high-priority pursuit architecture, define the technical “win,” and translate messy client needs into scalable, compliant solutions that delivery teams can actually execute.
About Maximus
Maximus supports government and public-sector missions with technology and operations. This role sits in the growth engine, shaping competitive solutions for federal pursuits and helping the business win new work.
Schedule
- Full-time, remote (United States)
- Multi-time-zone collaboration expected
- Must be able to obtain and maintain required security clearances
- U.S. Citizenship required (program requirement)
What You’ll Do
- Lead solution design and strategy for major government pursuits (pre-RFP through proposal)
- Translate client requirements into solution elements and architecture views
- Define technical win themes, differentiators, and reusable components
- Create and deliver presentations and demos for internal and external stakeholders
- Support RFI/RFP/RFQ responses, including whitepapers, technical volumes, and concept development
- Collaborate with capture, pricing, and delivery teams to ensure solutions are viable and cost-realistic
- Build transition plans that cover operational readiness, training, and adoption
- Drive innovation using emerging tech and industry best practices (cloud, cybersecurity, AI/ML, etc.)
- Mentor other solution architects and guide technical teams through transitions
- Partner internally and externally, including contributing to open-source improvements when relevant
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Master’s preferred)
- 10–12 years of relevant professional experience (or equivalent combination of education/experience)
- Deep understanding of government IT landscape, compliance requirements, and proposal processes
- Experience leading solution development for competitive government procurements
- Expertise in at least one major domain (cloud, cybersecurity, AI/ML, data, etc.)
- Knowledge of security standards, compliance frameworks, and risk management
- Estimation and pricing strategy experience (solution cost realism matters here)
- Strong executive-level communication and presentation skills
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior staff
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments across multiple time zones
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Additional incentives may apply depending on program and performance
This role is big-league capture architecture. If someone’s background is mostly delivery-side architecture (building after the contract is won) and they’ve never owned a proposal, pricing inputs, or win themes, they’ll feel that gap fast.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…