Chief Architect

Remote

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Government, Healthcare Technology, Public SectorIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have proven success delivering FHIR API-based systems and expertise in system design and architecture for scalable, reliable, and secure IT infrastructures. Proficiency in modern programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, or C++ is required, along with experience in cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Strong knowledge of data management, modeling, security implementation, analytical problem-solving, networking, business acumen, resource management, communication, leadership, adaptability, and continuous learning are also essential. A minimum of 8 years of experience leading architectural design and implementation of enterprise-scale systems, preferably in the federal healthcare domain, and strong knowledge of compliance frameworks are desired.

Responsibilities

The Chief Architect will architect and lead the development of a robust and compliant Hospital Quality Reporting (HQR) system for CMS, guiding engineering teams in building resilient FHIR API architectures that adhere to federal standards. Responsibilities include ensuring high availability, secure data backups, and disaster recovery strategies, driving the adoption of automated testing, continuous integration, and security-first DevOps practices, and designing high-throughput, scalable architectures for processing large volumes of health data in real time. The architect will collaborate with CMS stakeholders and cross-functional teams to align systems with compliance goals and minimize developer burden, while staying current with emerging technologies and industry standards to future-proof the architecture.

Skills

System Architecture

Health Data Systems

FHIR API

Cloud Infrastructure

Data Security

Disaster Recovery

Federal Standards

Scalability

Compliance

Human-Centered Design

Modern Engineering

Nava

Develops software for government service improvement

About Nava

Nava Public Benefit Corporation focuses on improving the delivery of government services through user-friendly software solutions. The company partners with federal, state, and local government agencies to enhance the digital experience for citizens, making services more accessible and effective. Nava's approach involves service design and software development, often resulting in long-term contracts where they provide ongoing support and improvements. They gained initial recognition for their work on HealthCare.gov and have since expanded to other public programs. A key aspect of Nava's operations is its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that their workforce reflects the communities they serve. The goal of Nava is to build trust between the government and citizens by transforming how services are delivered, especially during critical times.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$2.1MTotal Funding

DEBT_PPCompany Stage

Government & Public Sector, Social ImpactIndustries

201-500Employees