Software Engineer (Full Stack)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 12, 2026. Ardent Principles scores A on the Alion truth index.
REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time onsite in Chantilly, VA
Are you a versatile builder who thrives at the intersection of full-stack development, cloud automation, and large-scale data? We are looking for an adaptable Software Engineer to join our team and help build, and deploy resilient, high-impact systems. In this role, you will craft responsive frontend interfaces in React or Angular to engineering robust backend services using Java, Python, Spring Boot, or Django. Working in an Agile environment alongside data engineering, security, and systems teams, you will leverage AWS, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform and CloudFormation to streamline our CI/CD pipelines.
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. We provide more than a position-we offer a workplace committed to excellence, integrity, and mission-focused impact.
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 demonstratedexperience in and/or with:
- Working with Kubernetes
- Full stack development, including frontend and backend development with technology stacks such as SpringBoot, Django, Flask, Angular, jQuery, or React.
- Using programming languages such as Java, Python, Shell Scripting (bash), Javascript.
- Using AWS cloud technologies and infrastructure-as-code concepts.
- Interacting with cross-functional teams including software development, data engineering, system engineering and security.
- Working with Agile practices and methodologies.
- Working with Devops continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) related technologies.
- Working with deployment automation techniques such as Ansible, Git, Jenkins, Puppet, Docker, Confluence, and Junit.
- Working with cloud devops automation capabilities such as AWS CloudFormation, or HashiCorp Terraform.
- Software configuration management lifecycle.
- Working with large scale data technologies such as Elasticsearch, Presto/Trino, or Apache Spark.
- Working within a low to high development/deployment environment.
Highly Desired Qualifications
Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:
- Optimizing tools and services to leverage large scale data technologies such as Elasticsearch, Presto/Trino, or Apache Spark.
- Developing ETL automation tools and services.
- Using prototype development for novel tools and services.
- Integrating Sponsor security requirements into Sponsor tools and systems.
- Master's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or comparable area of study.
- Resolving malformed character encoding.
- Reading Mandarin Chinese at the 2 level or higher, based on the Sponsor's or similar rating scale.
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!