Platform Lead

The Opportunity:
As a Platform Lead, you will lead efforts to design, develop, and modernize enterprise systems, applying deep technical expertise in cloud services to architect scalable, secure, and resilient data solutions aligned to mission and business objectives. You will translate operational, business, and technical requirements into modern, cloud-native architectures that improve stability, resilience, performance, and maintainability in a secure manner.

You'll partner with product owners, engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and cloud teams to translate requirements into cloud-based architectures and guide development teams through implementation. You'll lead the Data Platform engineering team to build and enhance state-of-the-art data platforms for government clients using cutting-edge, cloud-focused technologies. You'll author, review, and approve data requirements and designs for the platform and data engineering domain, including complex ETL/ELT pipelines, data movement, and automated data orchestration. As the primary administrator for high-performance computing environments, you'll ensure workspace security, cluster management, and cost optimization. You'll also advise on alternative architectures, manage roadmap implementation, and coordinate with solutions teams to support project delivery. You'll also collaborate with AI teams, maintain thorough documentation, and align Data Platform tools with strategic business objectives.

Work with us as we shape systems for the better.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 8+ years of experience in cloud engineering, software engineering, and software architecture
• 5+ years of experience establishing enterprise-wide Data Platform architecture, frameworks, design, and development standards
• 2+ years of experience architecting or developing solutions using Microsoft Azure cloud services
• Experience as a lead with software development in cloud environments and SQL development, including relational database design and performance optimization
• Experience leading large teams cross-functionally and enterprise-wide
• Experience leading technical design sessions and delivering architecture documentation
• Experience with Data Platform cloud solutions and managing large scale complex data pipelines, including Microsoft Azure platform and its various services
• Ability to design solutions that meet business and IT needs, creating Data Platform and AI roadmaps
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services, including containerization and serverless computing
• Experience implementing Azure-centric DevSecOps strategies and continuous deployment pipelines
• Experience with Azure-based, event-driven architectures or distributed systems for high-performance applications
• Experience in data-centric AI or ML projects within healthcare, biomedical, or public health sectors
• Knowledge of government public health data architecture and systems
• Knowledge of frameworks enabling AI systems to interact with structured and unstructured public health data
• Ability to collaborate in a matrixed environment
• Possession of excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Master's degree in a related field
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer, or Java Certification

Vetting:

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.