IT Specialist Applications Development

Ardent Eagle Solutions•Washington, DC

About The Position

The IT Specialist (Applications Development) designs, develops, and maintains Internet and intranet applications while leading development teams through the full application lifecycle. This role establishes development priorities, coordinates requirements and schedules, and ensures successful delivery of user information solutions across multiple environments. Background Ardent Eagle Solutions is a mission-focused government contracting firm providing professional, administrative, and technical support services to federal agencies. The company delivers steady, reliable execution across diverse programs, supporting clients in achieving operational excellence while maintaining compliance, integrity, and accountability. Ardent Eagle Solutions is committed to building high-performing teams, fostering a culture of professionalism and collaboration, and delivering responsive support aligned with customer mission requirements. Through disciplined processes and a people-centered approach, AES partners with government agencies to provide scalable, compliant, and results-driven solutions.

Requirements

Approximately four (4) years of experience in applications development or related technical field.
Experience leading or directing development teams.
Proficiency in web-based programming languages and development frameworks.
Experience designing and conducting application testing.
Ability to coordinate development schedules and requirements.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Bachelor’s Degree (BS/BA) in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field required;OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Related industry certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Create user information solutions by developing, implementing, and maintaining Internet/intranet applications.
Lead a team of developers throughout the application development lifecycle.
Design and develop user interfaces for web-based applications.
Establish feature priorities and development expectations.
Determine design methodologies, development frameworks, and tool sets.
Complete programming using appropriate languages and software products.
Design and conduct system testing to validate functionality and performance.
Coordinate requirements, schedules, and development activities.
Contribute to team meetings and provide leadership guidance.
Troubleshoot development and production issues across multiple platforms.
Develop documentation and user assistance tools to support end users.
Ensure adherence to quality standards and development best practices.