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Platform Architect

Synergy
vision insurance, parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Virginia, Reston
Feb 27, 2026
Description Synergy Business Innovation & Solutions is a premier implementer of cutting-edge software solutions. Synergy brings the experience and expertise necessary to deliver capability that provides tangible ROI to our customers. Synergy's core areas of expertise are in the fields of Digital Transformation, Cloud Solutions, SaaS and Low-Code/No-Code solutions, Emerging Technologies, Data analytics and Visualization, Information Assurance, and Business Process Re-Engineering. Synergy offers its employees a generous portfolio of core and voluntary benefits including: group medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance; HSA, FSA; 401(k) with immediately vested company match; PTO/Sick Leave, 11 paid federal holidays, parental leave; tuition and training reimbursement; a referral bonus program; and life management programs. At Synergy, you'll be challenged and given the opportunity to grow in your career path. In fact, growth is such a big deal to us that you will have dedicated career coaches available for every employee, company-funded certification opportunities, education reimbursement, and a general open-door policy so that you have support when you need it. Our team is eager to learn, fast-paced, and quality-driven-if that sounds like you, Synergy has a position for you! This position is designated as work-from-home. Description: We're looking for a Lead Platform Developer to own the architecture, scalability, and reliability of our core platform. You'll lead a small team of engineers, define platform standards and patterns, and build highly available services and tooling that accelerate product teams. This role is part hands-on development, part technical leadership, and part cross-functional influence. Essential Functions & Duties: Lead development of policies, standards, and guidelines that direct the selection, development, implementation and use of Infrastructure and Information Technology within the enterprise. Work with stakeholders, both leadership and subject matter experts, to build a holistic view of the organization's strategy, processes, information, and information technology assets and align the business goals with its IT strategy. Perform infrastructure capacity planning and ensure system environments are adequately scalable for anticipated growth and availability. Manage risks associated with information and IT assets through appropriate standards and security policies. Perform necessary assessment and prepare recommendations for improvements. Conduct and lead design activities including technology architecture, server topology, and environment placement. Manage or coordinate environment implementation in close cooperation with related teams to gain consensus and establish policies and standards. Skills, Qualifications and Certifications of Best Candidates: Experience in all phases of systems development from concept through installation and maintenance Advanced proficiency in analytical, organizational, project management, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written). MuleSoft Certified Platform Architect MuleSoft Certified Integration Architect Seven (7) years of general experience in information systems, including four (4) years of MuleSoft experience Demonstrated experience with Agile development methodologies Ability to collaborate with implementation partners, and other intersecting organizations, using advance analytical skills to determine how best to design and implement solutions. Demonstrated experience with designing architecture which supports continuous integration and DevOps, including managing change across the environments, supporting automated quality assurance and quality control. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to express complex technical concepts in business terms and translate complex business rules into technical designs. Advanced knowledge of distributed, heterogeneous (Windows, Unix, etc.) scalable systems design; advanced knowledge of internet, intranet, and extranet systems design (security, content management, eCommerce, web, and application servers). Advanced knowledge of high availability/fault-tolerant systems design and transparent application fail-over; advanced knowledge of relational and spatial database design, logical and physical system architecture, and object-oriented analysis and design. Advanced knowledge of replication, backup, and disaster recovery design; knowledge of IT governance and operations+E92. Advanced knowledge of SOA concepts and related frameworks; advanced knowledge of system sizing, capacity planning and performance tuning, and storage and area network architecture. Advanced understanding of technology infrastructure and server topology; comprehensive knowledge of hardware, software, application, and systems engineering. Citizenship or Work Authorization Required: Ability to attain Federal Government Position of Trust. Must be a U.S. citizen Must pass a background investigation. Required Education, certification & Experience: A BS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science, from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution fulfills the educational requirement . Note: The U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs located at https://amspub.abet.org/aps/name-search?searchType=institution identifies accredited postsecondary institutions. In Lieu of education requirement listed, candidate must have the required certification or will obtain required certification within 6 months of the start date. Certification requirement(s) for this role is AN IASAE II certification (CASP+CE, CLSSP associate) or CSSLP. Preferred Education & Experience: Commensurate experience in IT and in new and related older technology that directly relates to the required area of expertise. Compensation for roles at Synergy varies depending on a wide variety of factors including but not limited to the requirements of the role; education and certifications; knowledge, training, skills and abilities; level of experience; geographic location; and alignment with market data, law, and other business and organizational needs. As required by local law, the posted pay range represents the lowest to the highest pay that Synergy believes in good faith it might pay for this particular job, depending on the circumstances. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Compensation for roles at Synergy varies depending on a wide variety of factors including but not limited to the requirements of the role; education and certifications; knowledge, training, skills and abilities; level of experience; geographic location; and alignment with market data, law, and other business and organizational needs.As required by local law, the posted pay range represents the lowest to the highest pay that Synergy believes in good faith it might pay for this particular job, depending on the circumstances. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current pay range is: $150,000-$200,000 Essential Job Function Physical Requirements: The physical requirements of this position are critical in evaluating the qualifications and abilities of an applicant or employee. The physical efforts needed to perform the essential duties of this job 90% of the time are repetitive motions, grasping, holding, and finger dexterity of the hands, reading, writing, eye-hand coordination, color distinction, and full visual abilities, hearing, talking, sitting, and use of IT equipment, phones, and office machines. To a reduced degree, <30% of the time, candidates may have to stand, walk, lift 0-30 pounds, push or pull objects, climb stairs, bend, squat, reach, drive a car, or work overtime. Synergy is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against applicants for employment or its employees on the basis of age, race (including hair texture/style), creed, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, sex, medical condition, pregnancy (childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, personal appearance, organ donation and hair length associated with race, genetic information or characteristics, family responsibilities, familial status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sexual offense, or stalking, political affiliation, arrest records and criminal convictions, credit information, matriculation, homeless status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local law. Discrimination or harassment based upon these protected categories is expressly prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including job selection, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline and termination.