Job Description

Software Engineer (Cloud Support)

Application Deadline: 28 May 2026

Department: Data Analysis and Technology Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chantilly, VA

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

Join a mission-focused team where your software engineering skills drive secure, high-impact solutions. In this role, you’ll leverage your background in programming, operating systems, networking, and software tools to solve collection and operational needs across cloud platforms. You’ll work extensively with Python, containerized workloads, and a broad suite of AWS services—including Lambda, S3, Batch, EC2, EventBridge, SQS/SNS, IAM, and DynamoDB—to build, maintain, and optimize scalable mission systems.

Who We Are:
Ardent Principles delivers cutting‑edge capabilities across data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management. We thrive at the intersection of mission, technology, and innovation.

Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
At Ardent Principles, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers rooted in purpose. Our competitive salary ranges and industry‑leading benefits are designed to support long‑term stability, growth, and overall well‑being. We’re committed to creating an environment where talented people can do their best work and feel valued while doing it.

Our mission is simple: connect fulfilled employees with satisfied clients. When you thrive, our clients succeed—and that alignment drives everything we do.

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:

• Python
• Cloud services, including Lambda functions and layers, S3, Batch, EC2, EventBridge, SQS, SNS, IAM roles, DynamoDB, and container services.
• Using AWS Cloud Development Kits (CDK). (CloudFormation, Terraform or similar are NOT substitutes for CDK experience)
• Building and maintaining secure web applications on the Sponsor’s network JWICS C2S network
• Leveraging a background in programming, software tools and packages, operating systems, and networking to solve collection needs in cloud environments.
• Designing, developing, querying and maintaining ElasticSearch/AWS OpenSearch and related technologies
• Writing and tuning complex queries against structured and unstructured data sets using both SQL and ElasticSearch/OpenSearch languages
• Integrating Services C2S services including Lambdas, SNS, SQS, etc.
• Integrating AWS services including Lambdas, SNS, SQS, etc., in the sponsor’s classified environment
• Experience in System Administration
• Ability to listen and transcribe from mission need to technical requirements for the client's consideration.
• Ability to reflect back an understanding of the mission need described and convey how a technical solution will deliver mission results.
• Prioritizing work based on mission need.
• Documenting and communicating technical and non-technical mission requirements for all audiences.
• Working with other technical teams across multiple organizational boundaries.
• Assessing project requirements and making informed recommendations.
• Linux shell scripting.
• Building Docker containers and images.
• Cloud services, including Lambda functions and layers, S3, Batch, EC2, EventBridge, SQS, SNS, IAM roles, DynamoDB, and container services.
• 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.
• Working with application developers to identify and implement infrastructure and deployment requirements.

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 in addition to 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!