Ardent Principles
Posted 1d ago

Software Engineer (Python, AWS and CDK))

Ardent Principles
Chantilly, Virginia, United States
$130k-$260k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities
  • developing solutions
  • integrating services
  • analyzing code
Requirements
  • Active TS/SCI with full-scope polygraph
  • Deep software development experience in Python and JavaScript
  • AWS CDK, Linux
  • Shell scripting
  • Data transformation
  • Systems analysis, and software testing
Technical tools mentioned
PythonJavaScriptAWS LambdaAmazon S3AWS BatchAmazon EC2Amazon EventBridgeAmazon SNSAmazon SQSAWS IAMAmazon DynamoDBAWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK)LinuxUnix shellJSONCSVXMLIDA ProGhidraJADXAPKtool

Job description

REQUIRED:  Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION:  Full-time, onsite in Chantilly, VA

We are seeking a mission‑driven Software Engineer with deep experience building, integrating, and analyzing complex systems across modern cloud environments. In this role, you’ll develop robust back‑end solutions in JavaScript, Python, and additional languages; integrate advanced AWS services including Lambda, S3, Batch, EC2, EventBridge, SNS, SQS, IAM, DynamoDB, and container platforms; and apply strong engineering fundamentals to solve collection and processing challenges. 

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 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.

Key Responsibilities

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:
  • Programming in JavaScript and Python
  • Integrating cloud services including Lambda functions and layers, S3, Batch, EC2, EventBridge, SNS, SQS, IAM roles, DynamoDB, and container services, etc. 
  • Leveraging a background in programming, software tools and packages, operating systems, and networking to solve collection needs
  • Deep experience in software development.  
  • Ability to gather mission needs and transform to technical requirements for Sponsor consideration. Documenting and communicating technical and non-technical mission requirements for all audiences.
  • Working with other technical teams across multiple organizational boundaries. 
  • Ability to program efficiently (back-end, not UI) in at least one other programing language (NOT Python or JavaScript). 
  • installing Linux from scratch and developing complex Unix shell scripts. 
  • Using AWS Cloud Development Kits (CDK). (CloudFormation, Terraform or similar are NOT substitutes for CDK experience.)
  • Transforming data in various file formats into common formats, such as JSON, CSV, or XML. 
  • Analyzing unknown software code and extracting relevant fields to determine and mimic its behavior.
  • Ability to develop a software system testing harness or implement a continuous testing methodology on a project.    

Highly Desired Qualifications

Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:
  • Tools, such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, JADX, or APKtool.
  • Multiple cloud providers.
  • Other programming languages besides Python.

What We Offer You

  • 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!

About Ardent Principles

Provides specialized technology and program management services to government agencies.

Year founded
2014

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