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The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Pluribus Digital is a hands-on digital services consultancy partnering with government customers to improve public service. They are seeking an experienced Technical Architect to lead modernization efforts for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, overseeing a multi-team program focused on an automated data collection system critical for Medicare services. Responsibilities • Define and drive technical strategy and system architecture for multi-team modernization efforts aligned with contract Statements of Work (SOWs) • Design and oversee end-to-end cloud-native, microservices-based solutions using technologies such as Java Spring Boot, React, Python, Kubernetes, Terraform, and other cloud and open-source tools • Lead the architecture and ongoing evolution of CMS's FFSDCS platform, ensuring reliable collection and processing of: • Clinical laboratory data • Medicare Part B drug information • Ambulance provider survey data • Ensure all technical solutions align with CMS SDLC methodologies, CMS IT infrastructure frameworks, CMS Technical Reference Model (TRM), and applicable federal standards • Ensure compliance with federal security, accessibility, and quality standards, including NIST, FISMA, and Section 508 • Provide hands-on technical leadership, including code reviews, architecture reviews, and technical decision-making • Lead legacy system modernization efforts, including decomposing monolithic systems, implementing APIs, and migrating to scalable cloud-native architectures • Guide implementation of bolthires/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, and DevSecOps practices, consistent with modern delivery and 12-Factor App principles • Operate effectively in multi-platform, multi-tool environments, ensuring system reliability and maintainability • Apply in-depth experience with healthcare information management systems, particularly within CMS environments • Address technical challenges associated with processing healthcare and provider records, including data integrity, security, and compliance • Ensure all technical work performed under the contract meets CMS quality standards and system development principles • Plan, conduct, direct, and supervise technical work across engineering teams • Mentor engineers in high-quality code, sound architectural practices, and modern engineering approaches • Foster a collaborative, inclusive engineering culture focused on learning and continuous improvement • Support onboarding, technical growth, and cross-team knowledge sharing Skills • Active or recent Public Trust clearance • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience • 8+ years of software engineering or technical leadership experience, including leading or supervising teams • Hands-on experience with: Java / J2EE platforms and Spring Boot, Cloud-native architectures and microservices, API design and electronic file interfacing, Databases (including large-scale or distributed databases such as HBase or similar) • Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar), containerization, bolthires/CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code • Experience working in federal environments, including CMS, and delivering work aligned with SOW requirements • Strong understanding of CMS SDLC methodologies, infrastructure frameworks, and federal technical standards • Excellent communication skills and ability to engage effectively with government stakeholders • Hands-on experience with CMS fee-for-service data (Part B, Part E, or similar programs) • Prior involvement in federal development contracts involving large data ingestion, modernization, or analytical platforms • Ability to operate effectively in a rapidly evolving environment with shifting priorities and emerging CMS data needs • Strong client-facing presence with the ability to build trust, resolve issues, and advocate for program needs • Experience guiding teams through multi-month onboarding, staffing transitions, or program ramp-up phases Benefits • Opportunity to earn annual bonus • Robust benefits package Company Overview • Pluribus Digital helps government agencies deliver public services as modern digital products.
It was founded in 1996, and is headquartered in Fort Washington, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job