Software Developer (Systems Software)
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Technical-lead software developer modernizing secure, web-based government systems onsite in Chantilly, VA. Day-to-day work spans Java development, AWS cloud engineering, ServiceNow, and APIs/databases within agile, accessibility-aligned delivery. Requires an active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.
REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time onsite in Chantilly, VA
We are seeking a Software Developer who will be a technical lead guiding a high‑visibility development effort and serve as a trusted expert. In this role, you’ll champion modern engineering standards, and accessibility‑aligned agile delivery while shaping the transformation of complex web‑based applications, systems, and service components. You’ll bring hands‑on strength in Java development, cloud technologies, and AWS environment engineering.
Who We Are:
We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, and IT program management.
Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
Ardent Principles offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive, industry‑leading benefits package designed to support long‑term stability and employee well‑being. We provide more than a position—we offer a workplace committed to excellence, integrity, and mission‑focused impact. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.
Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions.
LOCATION: Full-time onsite in Chantilly, VA
We are seeking a Software Developer who will be a technical lead guiding a high‑visibility development effort and serve as a trusted expert. In this role, you’ll champion modern engineering standards, and accessibility‑aligned agile delivery while shaping the transformation of complex web‑based applications, systems, and service components. You’ll bring hands‑on strength in Java development, cloud technologies, and AWS environment engineering.
Who We Are:
We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, and IT program management.
Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
Ardent Principles offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive, industry‑leading benefits package designed to support long‑term stability and employee well‑being. We provide more than a position—we offer a workplace committed to excellence, integrity, and mission‑focused impact. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.
Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions.
In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:
- Working as a lead on a team providing technical expertise and communications to the Sponsor.
- Implementing industry best practices and associated technical solutions consistent with accessibility standards and agile methodology.
- Proposing recommendations that provide business value while supporting goals and objectives, with an emphasis on improving User Experience/User Interface (UX/UI), reducing O&M, increasing quality and speed of delivery, transforming, and modernizing web-based application, system, and service components.
- Developing, maintaining, analyzing and documenting web-based application, system, and service components and associated interfaces, including those with databases and web services/APIs to assist in decision-making regarding future development.
- Java development
- Working with cloud technologies.
- Developing and maintaining AWS environments and service components and associated interfaces, including those with databases and web services/APIs to assist in decision-making regarding future development.
- Working with COTS products including ServiceNow
- Working through a full accreditation lifecycle.
- Managing Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 support, using service management systems.
- Developing IT support documents that include SOPs, digital IT workflows, IT knowledge base, pre and post deployment checklists, IT architectural diagrams, system security plans, and administrative processes.
- Developing and maintaining enterprise software, to include license renewals (where applicable), patching, and version update administration.
Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include working with:
- the Sponsor and partner IT organizations.
- Learning applications
- Language, compliance, and performance management applications
- Networking and platform hosting technologies.
- Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
- Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
- 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
- 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
- 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
- 11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
- Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.
SCHEDULE:
This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Chantilly, VA during core hours.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to driving positive change through technology. Apply now with our easy 3-minute, mobile-friendly initial application process. Your future starts here!