• Enterprise Architect SME (Remote Opportunity)

    VetsEZ (Washington, DC)


    VetsEZ is seeking a remote Enterprise Architect SME to provide enterprise-level architectural leadership in support of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This role will oversee technical strategy and system design for large-scale, hybrid healthcare data platforms, including the VX130 ecosystem. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in cloud/on-premise architecture, healthcare data integration, and enterprise modernization within federal environments.

     

    The candidate must reside within the continental US.

    Responsibilities:

    + Serve as the senior architectural lead across interconnected systems including VX130, mirrored IRIS environments, Azure-hosted services, and on-premise infrastructure.

    + Develop and maintain enterprise architecture artifacts such as integration strategies, technical roadmaps, system topology, and data flow documentation.

    + Ensure alignment of architecture with long-term goals for data migration, syndication, and analytics within VA-hosted and external environments.

    + Provide technical oversight and guidance on infrastructure scalability, system performance, high availability, backup/recovery, and security compliance.

    + Lead design reviews and ensure development teams follow architecture standards and federal compliance guidelines (e.g., ATO).

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including infrastructure, application development, and data engineering—to implement end-to-end solutions.

    + Engage directly with government stakeholders to present architectural strategies, respond to mission needs, and support transition planning.

    + Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to support team objectives and ensure the success of the project.

    Requirements:

    + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

    + 15+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, systems engineering, or technical leadership roles in mission-critical environments.

    + Proven experience with hybrid cloud/on-premise infrastructure, including Azure cloud services and enterprise data centers.

    + Deep knowledge of enterprise database platforms such as InterSystems IRIS/Caché, Oracle, and SQL Server.

    + Expertise in healthcare data integration, metadata-driven design, and interoperability standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR).

    + Strong understanding of system security, compliance, performance optimization, and disaster recovery best practices in federal environments.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting technical solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.

    Additional Qualifications:

    + Experience with VA systems including VX130 and VistA modernization efforts.

    + Familiarity with enterprise messaging platforms such as InterSystems Ensemble or Health Connect.

    + Certifications such as TOGAF, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect, or SAFe Architect.

    + Experience supporting large-scale modernization initiatives within federal healthcare programs.

    + Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

    Benefits:

    + Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

    + 401(k) with Employer Match

    + PTO + Federal Holidays

    + Corporate Laptop

    + Training and Development Opportunities

    + 100% Remote Opportunity

     

    VetsEZ is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

     

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