Legal & Contracts Solutions Architect

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a highly motivated Legal and Contracts Solutions Architect to lead the design, integration, and delivery of cloud‑based solutions. The role blends enterprise architecture expertise with deep knowledge of legal SaaS platforms, ensuring solutions align with BAE’s strategic objectives, security standards, and data‑driven initiatives. As a Solutions Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing innovative solutions to drive business growth.

Responsibilities for this role include:
- Solution Design & Architecture – Create detailed designs and specifications for SaaS‑based or Hybrid legal solutions (including Export Compliance, Contract Lifecycle Management) and ensure alignment with BAE’s Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF/UAF), Integration strategy, and AI/data strategy.
- Implementation & Delivery – Partner with cross‑functional delivery teams to configure and implement platforms (e.g., Appian, Icertis, Docusign, Fortra, Purview) and design end‑to‑end integrations using APIs, JSON, XML, and event‑driven messaging.
- Governance & Standards – Develop and maintain enterprise‑level architectural principles, patterns, and standards specific to legal SaaS ecosystems; author and manage architecture artifacts (diagrams, decision records, documentation) in Visio, Cameo/MagicDraw, or equivalent EA tools.
- Stakeholder Collaboration – Act as the technical liaison for legal business leaders, IT partners, and external SaaS vendors; conduct presentations and workshops to communicate solution roadmaps, risk assessments, and compliance implications.
- Security & Compliance – Embed security controls and compliance requirements (CMMC, NIST, DoDI, GDPR) into solution designs; coordinate with the cybersecurity team for threat modelling and risk mitigation of legal data.
Continuous Improvement – Evaluate emerging legal technologies (AI future state) and recommend adoption pathways; maintain a backlog of architectural enhancements and communicate status via the architecture team’s communication site. Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline (legal-focused degree is a plus); or the equivalent experience.
- Experience: Minimum 10 + years designing and delivering enterprise‑wide SaaS solutions, with at least 5 years focused on legal and contracts technology (CLM, ELM, e-Signature, legal analytics).
- Cloud Platforms: Hands‑on experience with AWS, Azure, or Oracle Cloud (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
- Legal Systems Knowledge: Proficiency with major legal and contracts portfolio products (Icertis, Appian, Docusign, Purview, Fortra).
- Integrations Expertise : Strong skills in API design, REST/SOAP, JSON, XML, and enterprise messaging (e.g., Pub/Sub Architecture, API Gateway, webMethods) for seamless integration of legal applications.
- Analytics & Reporting: Experience designing and delivering analytics and reporting solutions for legal data, using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or comparable platforms to produce actionable insights and dashboards.
- Modeling & Diagramming: Proficiency with Visio, SysML, BPMN, or equivalent diagramming techniques.
- Agile Methodologies: Experience with Agile delivery, ServiceNow, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Architecture Frameworks : Working knowledge of The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF).
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written presentation abilities; capable of translating complex technical concepts for non‑technical stakeholders.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Digital Legal Transformation: Experience leading digital and AI transformation initiatives in Legal, including AI‑driven contract analytics, and document labeling.
- Certifications: TOGAF, UAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure certifications.
- Industry Knowledge: Understanding of legal data ontology, contract taxonomy, and legal analytics frameworks.
- Project Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead multi‑disciplinary teams through full solution lifecycles.
- Security & Compliance: Working knowledge of CMMC, NIST 800‑53, DoDI 8510.01, and related data‑privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA).
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $136000 - $231200

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.