Senior Data Systems Architect / Distributed Systems Software Engineer

Description:
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Senior Data Systems Architect / Distributed Systems Software Engineer for a contract opportunity in Fort Worth, TX.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• 5+ years of Software engineering experience with C#, C++ OR 2+ years experience with Rust

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Define and implement architectures for automated systems and big-data ecosystems
• Develop automated data pipelines; perform data transformation, aggregation, and anomaly-detection tasks
• Architect and deliver local, distributed, and cloud-based data solutions
• Translate stakeholder needs into technical architectures, design specifications, and executable plans
• Design system technical standards and requirements across software, hardware, tools, and data platforms
• Implement proof-of-concept prototypes to validate design approaches
• Participate in design reviews and ensure compliance with engineering standards and cybersecurity controls
• Integrate AI/ML models into operational data flows
• Support test planning, system integration, and formal qualification events

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• 5+ years experience in designing and implementing distributed system architectures (e.g. Shared Memory, GRPC, Sockets, REST)
• 2+ years working with big-data tools (eg Hadoop, Iceberg, Impala, Trino), or high-volume data pipelines (e.g. S3 protocol, SeaweedFS, MINIO)
• 5+ years experience with Python, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Oriented Design (RUST), APIs, Design Patterns, Clean Architecture, and Test Driven Development
• Familiarity with Airborne Sensing/Tracking systems (e.g., Radar, Electronic Warfare, and/or Electro Optical).

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
•Accredited Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline (STEM)

WORK HOURS:
•Full-Time
•4/10 work schedule
•1st Shift

Job Number: 218595
Job Location: Fort Worth, TX
Rate: Up to $100.00 DOE
Duration: 12 months
Input Date: 06/08/2026

Firm Name: CHIPTON ROSS
Attention: Zachary Fasano
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: zfasano@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com

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