Solutions Architect - EMG

Akima is an Alaska Native- owned Small Disadvantaged Business, providing expertise and tailored solutions to meet our federal clients' emerging capability needs. Emerging Markets Group (EMG) of AKIMA, LLC is seeking a Solutions Architect who will be responsible for providing technical solutions development of business opportunities and help fuel growth for the group.

This individual will provide technical expertise to translate business requirements into value added services and cost-efficient technology-enabled solutions and ensure continuous transformation to meet the evolving demands of the client's enterprise IT needs. The responsibilities also include leading or supporting key initiatives to assist EMG to identify opportunities and craft solutions that will maximize value of solution offerings by EMG. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Execute and / or facilitate solutions development efforts to support growth activities within EMG to drive innovation that lead to higher efficiency and effectiveness of the solutions and services proposed by EMG.
• Lead the development / definition of a technology vision and solutions for projects or opportunities within the existing or target client base, including but are not limited to the solution architecture and roadmap and researching best practices and assessing solution options.
• Develop white papers, briefs, proposals, and other corporate branding activities. Participate in customer meetings, oral presentations, and other growth activities as required.
• Support Business Development and Capture team with the definition of use cases as well as Business Cases (scope, goals, deliverables, costs, timescales, plans, dependencies, resource requirements and milestones) for potential requirements.
• Assist the business group's human capital development and reskilling initiatives to strengthen technical skills across the environment.
• Assist the group leadership to determine and help orchestrate the delivery of business outcomes with the implementation of new technology initiatives as requested.
• Research and understand industry technologies and nontechnology trends that apply to customer environment.
• Develop partnerships with and maintain necessary requirements for certifications with our core Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) / Technology partners.
• Develop and maintain relationships with industry, academia, and technical leaders within the GovCon ecosystem.
• Support the review of business opportunities and determination as related to the company strategy and initiatives.
• Support other corporate initiatives and projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in developing and delivering enterprise IT capabilities to the Federal Government.
• Must have a Master's / advanced degree in technical disciplines; Master's degree may be substituted with 3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills in the English language with experience briefing senior technical and executive leadership. Must be able to demonstrate writing skills through providing writing samples or other means as requested.
• Active DoD Top Secret.
• Demonstrated expertise in Network and Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, Virtualization platforms, and Cloud-enabled services delivery models. (Certifications in relevant technical disciplines are highly desired).
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with customer stakeholders to enhance and modernize IT infrastructure to align with client business portfolios and service-level requirements.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex IT environment and developing scalable enterprise technology strategies across multiple platforms.
• Understanding of the federal procurement lifecycle and proposal development processes (i.e. Shipley).

Pay Range (The pay range for this job level is provided as general guidance only, and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) the responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreements (if any), and other laws)

$113,834.57 - $319,065.68
Benefits Description

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and eligible part-time employees.
Job ID

2025-15330
Work Type

Remote
Company Description



Work Where it Matters

Akima is not just another global enterprise and federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Akima, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Akima provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Akima delivers agile solutions in the core areas of facilities, maintenance, and repair; information technology; logistics; protective services; systems engineering; mission support; furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E); and construction.

As an Akima employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.