Job Description

ManTech seeks a motivated, career- and customer-oriented Senior Cloud Software Developer to join our Automation Development team in Hanover, MD .

This role offers an exciting opportunity to design, develop, and maintain scalable applications and web services within AWS cloud environments. You will support mission-critical cloud automation efforts as part of a collaborative team working to improve the reliability, performance, and security posture of enterprise systems.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Design and develop cloud-native applications, user interfaces, and backend web services using Angular 10/16, Python/Django, and AWS (EC2/AMI, ECS/Docker, RDS/MySQL)

• Automate provisioning of AWS AMIs across multiple platforms using HCL Packer, Ansible, and GitLab CI to support bi-weekly security agent deployments

• Build and manage test datasets and support backend service validation and QA initiatives

• Collaborate with DevOps, Security, and Backend Engineering teams to enhance automation, security posture, and overall performance

• Maintain and manage source code and CI/CD pipelines using GitLab within an agile team environment

Minimum Qualifications:

• Twenty (20) or more years of experience as a Software Engineer supporting programs and contracts of similar scope and complexity

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university

• Four (4) additional years of software engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree

• Must hold an IAT II certification (e.g., Security+ or equivalent); candidates will have 60 days from program start to obtain it

• Proven experience in full-stack development in a cloud environment, with strong programming skills in Angular (preferably v16), Python, and Django

• Experience maintaining AMI provisioning workflows using AMI packer builder with GitLab CI/CD, including validation and public distribution

• Hands-on knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automation tools such as GitLab CI, Ansible, and Packer

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in enterprise or government environments

• Familiarity with cloud security and compliance practices

• Knowledge of secure coding, cloud architecture, and continuous security integration

• Familiarity with secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) principles

• Experience using Ansible and Python playbooks to manage Ubuntu and CentOS servers

• Proficiency in deploying and managing Docker containers using Kubernetes on Linux environments

• Understanding of RESTful API design and database performance optimization

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Physical Requirements:

• The candidate must be able to move, carry, and deliver workstations from the office to customer desks

• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

• Must communicate with co-workers, management, and customers via email, phone, or virtual meetings, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

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