Senior Solutions Architect

ABOUT THE ROLE Second Front Systems (2F) is seeking an ambitious and motivated Senior Solutions Architect (SA) to join our mission-driven team. We are a dynamic, fast-growing entrepreneurial company at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and national security, committed to delivering transformative solutions that empower our nation’s defenders. At 2F, we thrive on innovation and purpose, combining a startup’s agility with a clear mission to support national security. You will be at the forefront of driving the technical adoption and scaling of our revolutionary Game Warden platform—an industry-leading tool accelerating the secure adoption of mission-critical SaaS solutions for the U.S. government. We are growing quickly and need an experienced Senior Solutions Architect to play a key role in helping to secure future growth and partnership initiatives. The SA will represent 2F as a technical SME during customer-facing engagements and collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, product, customer success, business development, and government engagement teams. WHAT YOU’LL DO As a Senior Solutions Architect, you will drive technical engagements with CEOs, CTOs, engineering directors, and software engineers, inspiring confidence in our team and products throughout the entire customer journey. Specific responsibilities include: - Serve as a key member of the Mission Success team, owning technical aspects of direct customer engagements - Participate in go-to-market efforts including customer calls, technical presentations, upsell opportunities, product demos, architecture design sessions, and technical workshops - Develop in-depth technical knowledge of Second Front products and represent 2F internally and externally as a trusted SME - Track customer feedback and engage with product teams to align roadmaps with demand signals - Support business development efforts by developing/reviewing marketing content (blogs, posts, technical documentation) SKILLS YOU’LL BRING TO OUR TEAM - Self-starter who can thrive independently and in team settings - Strong client-facing experience, ideally within the Defense Industrial Base (partnerships, or customer success) - Hands-on experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure (certified or eager to certify) - Senior-level experience in technical roles (software engineering, sales engineering, technical product management) with proven problem-solving skills - Hands-on software development, networking, or DevOps experience with cloud technologies - Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively in high-pressure environments PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Prior experience in a federal/government-facing solutions architect role - Strong track record supporting complex enterprise SaaS customers - Experience communicating and influencing at all levels of an organization - Cybersecurity knowledge or certifications (e.g., Security+) - Familiarity with 2F’s tech stack: AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Helm, Istio, Git, GitLab, Terraform, relational databases - Knowledge of DevSecOps tools and practices - Active Security Clearance (TS/SCI) - Ability to travel up to 25% SUCCESS AT 2F LOOKS LIKE: - Viewing obstacles as opportunities for growth - Having a bias toward action and tangible, measurable results - Striving to be both compassionate and direct with your feedback - Being team-oriented and inclusive with your actions PERKS & BENEFITS This role is full time. As a public benefit corporation, we’re a team of purpose-driven trailblazers transforming the future of U.S. national security. We hire the best to do their best and, as such, we are committed to providing the perks and benefits you need to be successful—both in- and outside the workplace. We offer you: - Competitive Salary - 100% Healthcare, vision and dental coverage - 401(k) + 3% company contribution - Equity incentive plan - Tech + office supplies stipend - Annual professional development stipend - Flexible paid time o