The Role
Lead full-lifecycle application design and delivery, gather/refine non-functional requirements, define application architecture frameworks, ensure validation/testing, translate requirements into client-ready design documents, lead onshore/offshore teams, and productionize AI/ML and generative AI solutions on cloud platforms.
Summary Generated by Built In
REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time onsite in Herndon, VA
We’re seeking an experienced Applications Developer who can lead complex solution design and delivery across full‑lifecycle system implementations. This role requires a strong technical foundation—supported by a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field—and deep consulting experience guiding both onshore and offshore teams. You will gather and refine non‑functional requirements, define application architecture frameworks, and ensure validation and testing deliverables meet enterprise standards.
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.
LOCATION: Full-time onsite in Herndon, VA
We’re seeking an experienced Applications Developer who can lead complex solution design and delivery across full‑lifecycle system implementations. This role requires a strong technical foundation—supported by a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field—and deep consulting experience guiding both onshore and offshore teams. You will gather and refine non‑functional requirements, define application architecture frameworks, and ensure validation and testing deliverables meet enterprise standards.
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. The following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, Information Systems or related field.
- 6+ years of consulting experience leading delivery teams, including onshore and offshore team members
- 6+ years of experience gathering non-functional requirements and defining application architecture frameworks, including validation and testing deliverables
- 5+ years of experience working in an AI environment
- 5+ years of experience translating requirements into client ready design documents
- 5+ years of experience in software application architecture analysis, design, and delivery
- 5+ years of experience executing full system development life cycle implementations
Highly Desired Qualifications
Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:
- Certifications in AI/ML technologies and Cloud platforms, such as AWS Certified Machine Learning - Specialty, Google Cloud Professional Machine Learning Engineer, Azure AI Engineer, Azure Data Scientist, or Azure Solutions Architect
- 5 + years of experience in Data Science, Statistics, and Machine Learning
- 5+ years of experience in Generative AI/LLMs, preferably experienced in delivering and productionizing
- 5+ years of experience in machine learning model development, natural language processing, and data analysis; Experienced in Supervised and Unsupervised learning, feature engineering, model training, and deployment
- 5+ year of experience in implementing cloud-based AI/ML workloads on any of AWS, Microsoft and Azure.
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 Herndon, 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
At Ardent Principles, we're more than just a technology company - we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our mission is to empower organizations with transformative IT solutions and program management services, while our values of integrity, excellence, and teamwork guide everything we do. We foster a culture of open communication, where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. Join us and be part of a company where your contributions truly make a difference.
Skills Required
- Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
- Full-time onsite in Herndon, VA
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, Information Systems, or related field
- 6+ years consulting experience leading delivery teams including onshore and offshore members
- 6+ years gathering non-functional requirements and defining application architecture frameworks including validation and testing deliverables
- 5+ years experience working in an AI environment
- 5+ years translating requirements into client-ready design documents
- 5+ years in software application architecture analysis, design, and delivery
- 5+ years executing full system development life cycle implementations
- Experience defining validation and testing deliverables to enterprise standards
- Certifications in AI/ML technologies and Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS ML Specialty, Google Cloud ML Engineer, Azure AI/Architect)
- 5+ years experience in Data Science, Statistics, and Machine Learning
- 5+ years experience in Generative AI/LLMs and productionizing models
- 5+ years experience in ML model development, NLP, feature engineering, model training, and deployment
- 5+ years implementing cloud-based AI/ML workloads on AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud
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The Company
What We Do
Ardent Principles, Inc. is a people-focused IT and management consulting firm for commercial and government clients, specializing in IT services and program management, and offering advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, and staff augmentation.
