Application Guide
How to Apply for Part-Time Federal Solutions Architect (1099 Contractor)
at Tomorrow.io
🏢 About Tomorrow.io
Tomorrow.io is revolutionizing weather intelligence by providing advanced, customizable solutions that help organizations optimize operations and build climate resilience. Unlike traditional weather services, they combine cutting-edge technology with actionable insights specifically tailored for critical applications. Working here means contributing to systems that directly impact national security and climate adaptation efforts.
About This Role
As a Part-Time Federal Solutions Architect, you'll serve as the senior technical individual contributor for federal programs including NOAA AWIPS and DoD weather systems. You'll design end-to-end architectures with specific focus on classified/unclassified deployments, translating mission requirements into deployable solutions while ensuring compliance with stringent federal security frameworks. This role directly impacts national weather intelligence capabilities and defense operations.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day involves collaborating with government technical teams to translate mission requirements into detailed system architectures, creating documentation for NOAA or DoD weather system integrations, and ensuring designs comply with strict security frameworks like FedRAMP and ITAR. You'll work closely with system integrators to develop deployable solutions that enhance weather intelligence capabilities for critical federal operations.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Tomorrow.io Is Looking For
- Has hands-on experience architecting systems for NOAA AWIPS or DoD weather programs with proven delivery in federal environments
- Possesses active TS/SCI clearance and is based in Washington, DC area (as strongly preferred in requirements)
- Can demonstrate specific implementation experience with FedRAMP, RMF, FISMA, ITAR, CUI, and DoD IL5/IL6 compliance frameworks
- Has technical expertise in cloud infrastructure, data platforms, and APIs specifically applied to operational weather systems
📝 Tips for Applying to Tomorrow.io
Explicitly state your clearance level and status in the first line of your resume summary
Quantify your federal program experience - specify which NOAA or DoD weather systems you've worked on and your role
Highlight specific compliance framework implementations rather than just listing certifications
Mention any experience with weather intelligence or meteorological systems specifically
Note your Washington, DC location or willingness to work East Coast hours despite remote role
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your direct experience with NOAA AWIPS or DoD weather systems architecture', 'Specific examples of implementing FedRAMP/RMF/FISMA compliance in weather-related systems', "How your technical approach aligns with Tomorrow.io's focus on customizable weather intelligence", 'Your availability for part-time 1099 contracting and ability to engage with government technical teams']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Tomorrow.io's specific federal contracts and partnerships with NOAA/DoD
- → Their technology stack and how it differs from traditional weather services
- → Recent news about their work in climate resilience and federal sector
- → The specific challenges of weather intelligence in classified environments
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying without addressing the clearance requirement or DC preference in your application
- Using generic cloud architecture examples instead of federal/weather-specific experience
- Failing to demonstrate hands-on compliance framework implementation beyond theoretical knowledge
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!