The System Architect designs compliant, scalable health data systems, leads development of the HQR system, and ensures high data availability and security.
About Nava
Nava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation working to make government services simple and effective. Since 2015, federal, state, and local agencies have trusted Nava to help solve highly scrutinized technology modernization challenges.As a client services company, we guide agencies constrained by legacy systems to a future with sharp user experiences built on secure, reliable, fault-tolerant cloud infrastructure. We bill for our time, offering our expertise and problem-solving approach to help our government partners enhance their digital products and services.People are at the heart of our work, from members of the public who rely on benefit programs to government agency staff. Through human-centered design and modern engineering best practices, we help our government partners understand user needs and deliver on their missions more effectively. This focus gives everyone at Nava the opportunity to do work that is meaningful, impactful, and deeply connected to public good.
Position Summary
The System Architect will have a passion for designing secure, scalable, and compliant health data systems to lead a mission-critical platform: the Hospital Quality Reporting (HQR) system at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).In this role, you will architect solutions that directly support the nation's healthcare quality improvement initiatives. If you’re energized by large-scale challenges, and motivated to create tools that impact millions of lives, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose.
What you'll do
- Architect and lead development of a robust and compliant HQR system supporting CMS’s national quality programs.
- Guide engineering teams in building resilient FHIR API architectures that adhere to strict federal standards.
- Ensure high availability, secure data backups, and disaster recovery strategies that eliminate data loss and maintain uptime.
- Drive the adoption of automated testing, continuous integration, and security-first DevOps practices.
- Design high-throughput, scalable architectures capable of processing large volumes of health data in real time.
- Collaborate with CMS stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure all systems align with compliance goals while minimizing developer burden.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry standards to future-proof our architecture.
Required skills
- Proven success delivering FHIR API-based systems
- System Design and Architecture – Designing scalable, reliable, and secure IT infrastructures integrating hardware, software, cloud, databases, and APIs
- Programming Proficiency – Knowledge of modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, C++) for system development and integration
- Cloud Computing Expertise – Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud to build cloud-based solutions
- Data Management and Modeling – Organizing, storing, and modeling data to support system operations and analytics
- Security Implementation – Applying robust security measures to protect systems from cyber threats
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills – Evaluating systems, identifying issues, and creating innovative solutions aligned with business goals
- Networking Knowledge – Understanding network infrastructure and protocols for seamless system integration
- Business Acumen and Resource Management – Aligning IT solutions with business objectives and managing project resources and budgets effectively
- Communication and Leadership – Clearly conveying technical concepts, leading teams, making decisions, and fostering collaboration
- Adaptability and Continuous Learning – Staying updated with evolving technologies and continuously enhancing skills.
Desired skills
- 8+ years of experience leading architectural design and implementation of enterprise-scale systems, preferably in the federal healthcare domain
- Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks, including security, privacy, and federal IT standards
Other requirements
All roles at Nava require the following:
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Ability to meet any other requirements for government contracts for which candidates are hired
Work authorization that doesn’t require visa sponsorship, now or in the future
May be subject to a government background check or security clearance, depending on the contract
Perks working with Nava
Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs
Insurance coverage — Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost
Time off — vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays to rest and recharge
Company holidays — enjoy 12 paid federal holidays each year on top of your regular PTO
Annual bonus — when Nava meets its goals, eligible employees receive a performance-based annual bonus
Parental leave — paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home
Wellness program — full platform offering physical, mental, & emotional health resources & support tools
Virtual care — see doctors online with no copay through UnitedHealthcare’s virtual visit program
Sabbatical leave — earn extended paid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest
401(k) match — Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan
Flexible work — remote-first environment with flexibility built around your schedule and responsibilities
Home office setup — company laptop & setup assistance provided via Staples for remote work needs
Utility support — monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses
Learning opportunities — internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills
Development opportunities — LinkedIn Learning access & an annual allowance for courses, tuition, & certs
Referral bonus — get rewarded when you refer great people who join the Nava team
Commuter benefits — pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable
Supportive culture — A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care
Location
We have fully remote options if you reside in one of the following states:
Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, DC, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
*If you are not living in one of the states listed above, unfortunately, you will not be considered for a position at this time.
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We participate in E-Verify. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. This role requires you to work from the contiguous United States.
Top Skills
AWS
Azure
C++
Fhir
GCP
Java
JavaScript
Python
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