SeniorSolutionsArchitect(AI/ML&Cloud)

540 is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect (AI/ML & Cloud) to support a high-visibility Department of War initiative within the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) Test & Evaluation (T&E) organization. This role will help advance next-generation capabilities across cloud-native platforms, AI/ML systems, DevSecOps practices, and data-driven mission applications that support critical test and evaluation efforts. As a trusted technical leader, you will partner with government stakeholders, engineers, and architects to design and deliver scalable, secure, and resilient solutions that accelerate innovation and enable the adoption of emerging technologies across complex defense environments. Location: Arlington, VA with hybrid work at the Pentagon Citizenship & Clearance Requirement: Per client requirements, candidates must be U. S. Citizens with an active DoW Top Secret clearance Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or related 540 Internal Thrive Level: Senior Solutions Architect WHY 540? 540 is a forward-thinking company that the government turns to in order to #getshitdone. We don’t just talk about innovation – we deliver it. We break down barriers, build impactful technology, and solve mission-critical problems. HOW YOU’LL DRIVE IMPACT Serve as a hands-on technical leader, actively designing, prototyping, and building cloud- and AI-enabled solutions while providing architectural guidance and mentorship to engineering teams Lead the architecture, design, and delivery of cloud-native solutions supporting mission-critical modernization initiatives across federal and defense environments Provide technical leadership and strategic direction to engineering teams while helping expand technical capabilities, project scope, and customer impact Advise and lead teams on integrating AI/ML capabilities, MLOps processes, and advanced analytics solutions into enterprise applications and miss