This is a high-stakes architecture and capture role where you shape government pursuits from the technical side, not just “draw boxes.” You’ll lead solution strategy, define win themes, build differentiated architectures, and help steer pricing and delivery so the proposal is both compelling and actually executable.
About Maximus
Maximus supports government missions through technology and services, with a focus on secure, compliant solutions that can scale. This role sits close to the growth engine, partnering with capture, pricing, and delivery teams to design solutions that win and deliver.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Remote (USA)
- Must be able to obtain and maintain required security clearances
- U.S. citizenship required for program requirements
What You’ll Do
- Design scalable, extensible, flexible solutions using modern technologies and design practices
- Lead solution design and strategy for high-priority government pursuits
- Define technical win themes and differentiators for competitive proposals
- Develop and deliver presentations and demonstrations for internal and external stakeholders
- Translate client requirements into viable solution elements and architecture views
- Lead major solution components and technical volumes as part of capture teams
- Support RFI/RFP/RFQ responses, including whitepapers, concept development, architecture, and implementation methodology
- Partner with pricing and delivery teams to ensure cost realism and solution viability
- Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure solutions can be implemented operationally
- Conduct competitive analysis and align solution strategy to market trends
- Drive innovation through emerging tech and industry best practices
- Mentor other solution architects and provide guidance, coaching, and training across technical teams
- Help guide teams through technology transitions, including training and adoption planning
- Identify and contribute to improvements in open source initiatives when applicable
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Master’s preferred)
- 10–12+ years of relevant professional experience (solution development/IT leadership)
- Deep understanding of government IT landscape and compliance requirements
- Experience with estimation techniques and competitive solution development
- Expertise in one or more domains (cloud, cybersecurity, AI/ML, etc.)
- Knowledge of security standards, compliance frameworks, and risk management
- Experience with government proposal processes and competitive analysis
- Strong executive-level communication and presentation skills
- Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and mentoring junior staff
- Ability to operate across multiple time zones in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances
- U.S. citizenship required
Benefits
- Salary range: $188,000–$250,000
- Health insurance coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Additional incentives and program-specific awards may be available
Happy Hunting,
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