Systems Architect

We leverage technology, communications, data, and human-centered design to help governments and leading organizations be more efficient, effective, and impactful.

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Why Bixal?

Bixal is a consulting company headquartered in Fairfax, VA, working alongside governments and organizations to help them deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. Using evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal empowers clients to deliver on their missions more effectively by fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Our values :

• People-First : Emphasizing the importance of people in all aspects of work.
• Collaboration and Transparency : Valuing teamwork and open communication.
• Growth Mindset : Encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.
• Creating Lasting Impact : Focusing on meaningful outcomes and positive change.

About the role :

The Systems Architect plays a central role in designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud data solutions that power a large data lakehouse at CMS. You will work directly with engineers, data analysts, and stakeholders to develop solutions in Databricks and AWS that are scalable, compliant and efficient . This position is hands-on, focused on delivering practical, secure, and maintainable architectures that support data ingestion, transformation, and visualization.

This is a full-time position contingent on contract award by our client, with a defined performance period of one year with two one-year option periods. This role offers you a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a project that aligns with Bixal’s mission of delivering innovative, human-centered solutions. While the role has a fixed duration, we are committed to transparency and collaboration, keeping you informed about contract updates and new opportunities. At Bixal, we support your professional journey, ensuring your experience reflects our inclusive, purpose-driven culture and prepares you for future success.

Compensation :

The salary range for this role is $135,000 – $155,000. In the spirit of transparency, most offers tend to land near the midpoint of the range. We make compensation decisions thoughtfully, considering your experience, the skills you bring, and our commitment to internal equity. Fairness and transparency are core to how we operate.

Responsibilities :

Solution Architecture and Design

Implementation and Delivery

Performance and Cost Optimization

Security and Compliance

Collaboration and Communication

Qualifications :

Nice to Have Skills and Experience :

How We Support Our Team :

Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.