Engineer

Ardent Principles, Inc.

89d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a Software/Applications Developer to design, build, and maintain secure, high-performance systems across cloud, web, and enterprise environments. In this role, you’ll work as part of a multi-disciplinary Agile team—leading sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily scrums to deliver reliable, scalable applications. With a competitive salary range and industry-leading benefits, Ardent Principles offers more than just a job - we offer an opportunity to see your code make a real-world impact . Join us and let's shape the future together! Who We Are: We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management. Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence "Ardent Principles" signifies our unwavering commitment to excellence, driven by a profound passion and a strict adherence to ethical values. We believe that happy employees make for happy clients. 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.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time, onsite in the Washington Metro Area

Responsibilities

Lead multi-disciplinary Agile teams through sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily scrums using Jira
Translate customer requirements into MVIs, features, and user stories within a Lean Agile framework
Monitor concurrent high-visibility projects, manage risks, and deliver on schedule and within budget
Coordinate across security, operations, and testing teams to ensure smooth delivery and accreditation
Work in Agile/Scrum environments using JIRA, Confluence, and Git for sprint planning and backlog management
Translate business requirements into user stories and technical tasks
Coordinate across teams to manage releases, documentation, and stakeholder communications
Provide surge support and participate in daily stand-ups, code reviews, and retrospectives
Design and deploy scalable cloud infrastructure using AWS, Azure, GCP, and container orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes
Deploy and manage applications using EC2, S3, Lambda, EKS, RDS, CloudWatch, Route53, and API Gateway
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git, GitHub, GitLab, Nexus, and automation tools like Terraform and Ansible
Implement DevSecOps practices including infrastructure-as-code, vulnerability scanning, and multi-tenant support
Migrate legacy applications to cloud environments and optimize for scalability and security
Monitor cloud infrastructure and implement proactive security and performance measures
Use cloud-native scripting and provisioning tools for automation across Linux and Windows environments
Develop responsive web applications using Angular, React, Vue.js, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
Build backend services using Java, Python, Spring Boot, Node.js, Express, Ruby on Rails, and Golang
Design and maintain applications using MVC architecture and modern design patterns
Maintain legacy codebases while implementing modern enhancements and refactoring for performance
Support application development across web, mobile, and cloud platforms
Design and implement UI/UX wireframes, mockups, and accessibility-compliant interfaces
Support legacy system modernization and transition to cloud-native platforms
Build responsive user interfaces using React, MaterialUI, Bootstrap, Greensock, and Kendo UI
Ensure Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 compliance using ARIA, JAWS, NVDA, and WAVE tools
Create wireframes, storyboards, and design templates for reusable components
Collaborate with designers to translate UX concepts into pixel-perfect interfaces
Design and develop RESTful APIs using Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, and Python
Integrate middleware services for data exchange and system interoperability
Develop secure and scalable backend services for data ingestion and processing
Maintain and document API endpoints for internal and external consumers
Integrate services using publish/subscribe, service buses, and message queues
Design scalable, distributed systems using microservices, event-driven, and containerized architectures
Implement backend services with fault tolerance, redundancy, and high availability
Refactor legacy applications into modular, cloud-native components
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align architecture with mission needs
Build and manage ETL pipelines using Spark, NiFi, PySpark, PL/SQL, Python, Bash, Bonobo, and CRON
Design data models and transform JSON/XML formats into query-friendly structures
Perform data ingestion, cleansing, and transformation across structured and unstructured formats
Integrate data sources into operational data stores and analytics platforms
Automate data flows and monitor ingestion health using enterprise tools
Conduct data quality analysis and develop documentation for ingestion workflows
Design and maintain relational and NoSQL databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, Aurora, MongoDB, and DynamoDB
Write and optimize PL/SQL scripts, stored procedures, and complex queries
Administer Elasticsearch clusters and support search indexing for large datasets
Model data objects across document and relational systems for scalable integration
Develop federated search services and tagging tools to enable enterprise-wide data discovery
Integrate Solr, Elastic, and recommendation engines to surface relevant content across structured and unstructured datasets
Build and maintain content-based filtering systems and alerting services for real-time insights
Support knowledge management workflows including foldering, curation, and metadata tagging
Build and maintain dashboards using Tableau, Tableau Prep, Elasticsearch, and custom visualization tools
Administer Tableau Server and manage licenses, cost recovery, and user support
Develop metrics systems and self-service portals for usage tracking and reporting
Support data-driven decision-making through visual analytics and stakeholder engagement
Lead system accreditation efforts using ICD-503 and manage ATO lifecycle
Implement secure system architectures with certificate management, POAM tracking, and FISMA controls
Conduct technical risk assessments and provide mitigation guidance for enterprise systems
Implement RMF and A&A processes using tools like XACTA and Nessus
Secure applications through encryption, access control, and vulnerability remediation
Analyze network configurations and procurement processes for compliance and security
Support vulnerability mitigation and secure deployment across hybrid environments
Integrate AI/ML capabilities including deepfake detection, recommendation engines, and NLP pipelines
Support Named Entity Recognition (NER) using SpaCy and regular expressions
Develop solutions for document classification and predictive analytics using Sponsor-specific tools
Evaluate and deploy COTS AI/ML platforms into mission workflows
Develop Android/iOS mobile apps using React Native, Electron, and secure mobile frameworks
Serve as SME for mobile OS security, hardware integration, and geospatial data workflows
Integrate GIS tools with enterprise systems and support cross-platform deployment
Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to align mobile capabilities with mission needs
Create PMR slides, sprint reports, and stakeholder briefings to communicate technical progress
Translate complex technical concepts into accessible language for diverse audiences
Document system architectures, security plans, implementation guides, and operational procedures

Benefits

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.

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