Applications DeveloperApplication Deadline: 30 June 2026
Department: Data Analysis and Technology Services
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Chantilly, VA
DescriptionREQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time onsite in Chantilly, VA
Ardent Principles is looking for a driven Applications Developer ready to build, modernize, and elevate mission-critical ServiceNow and web-based solutions. You'll shape smarter UX/UI, streamline O&M, and deliver fast, high-quality releases using agile methods and tools like Jira.
Key ResponsibilitiesIn 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:
- Development of ServiceNow applications.
- Implementing industry best practices and associated technical solutions consistent with accessibility standards and agile methodology, to include using Jira.
- Proposing recommendations that provide business value while supporting Sponsor goals and objectives, with an emphasis on improving User Experience/User Interface (UX/UI), reducing O&M, increasing quality and speed of delivery, transforming, and modernizing web-based application, system, and service components.
- Analyzing and documenting web-based application, system, and service components and associated interfaces, including those with databases and web services/APIs to assist in decision-making regarding future development.
- Developing web-based application, system, and service components and associated interfaces, including those with databases and web services/APIs to assist in decision-making regarding future development. This experience must include ServiceNow development.
- Interfacing with web-based databases and providing reports generation.
- On-job experience with version control software like Github or Subversion.
- Managing Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 support, using service management systems.
- Developing IT support documents that include SOPs, digital IT workflows, IT knowledge base, pre and post deployment checklists, IT architectural diagrams, system security plans, and administrative processes.
Highly Desired QualificationsOther skills and demonstrated experiences with or in the following are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work include:
- Working with learning applications.
- Working with language, compliance, and performance management applications.
- Cloud technologies.
- Networking and platform hosting technologies.
- HTML5, CSS, XML, and JavaScript.
- Copyright and accessibility compliance (WCAG 2.0 AA).
- Tableau.
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!
