Full-Time

Application Development Lead

Redhorse

Redhorse

201-500 employees

Government consulting with AI-driven digital transformation

Compensation Overview

$130k - $170k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Chantilly, VA, USA

In Person

On-site in Chantilly, Virginia; no remote work.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's, Master's

Category
Software Engineering (1)
Required Skills
Agile
Role-based Access Control
AWS
Cryptography
REST APIs

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Requirements
  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or Cybersecurity
  • 5+ years programming experience in programming languages and web application technologies and integration
  • 6+ years in application design and development of classified IC systems
  • 6+ years combined experience in Sponsor's AWS environment, cloud systems administration, cloud environment management, and compliance assessments.
  • Experience with Agile requirements management and sprint planning
  • Certified in AWS or equivalent cloud technology.
  • Experience with TMOD Archer design and development
  • Experience with SecDevOps such as CI/CD and testing suites
Responsibilities
  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of the web-based tool using AWS cloud services on Sponsor's classified systems.
  • Drive and implement application architecture to ensure reliability and compliance with Sponsor and federal requirements.
  • Oversee coding standards, code reviews, and QA practices.
  • Implement secure software development techniques, incorporating encryption, user authentication, and role-based access control.
  • Drive the integration of APIs, databases, and other services to support functionality for non-technical users.
  • Programmatically interface with third-party systems for asynchronous request and response exchange.
  • Work closely with the IT PM and Sponsor stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
  • Continuously improve system reliability, monitoring, and automation.
Desired Qualifications
  • Master's degree in any of the above fields
  • Experience with Agile PM tools such as Jira or Confluence
  • 10+ years’ experience working in the IC.
  • Experience programming with AngularJS, JavaScript, JAVA, HTML, CSS
  • Experience with relational databases and NoSQL data solutions, SQL, and other query languages
  • Experience with Kubernetes, Terraform, Docker, or similar solutions.

Redhorse helps government agencies improve operations using data and technology, applying digital transformation and AI across National Security, Networking Technology and Infrastructure, Energy, and the Environment. Its offerings are advisory and implementation services, delivered through project-based engagements and long-term partnerships rather than physical products. The company differentiates itself through close collaboration with clients, deep sector expertise, and a focus on mission-critical outcomes that require security and regulatory compliance. The goal is to enable safer, more efficient, and data-driven government operations.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

San Diego, California

Founded

2008

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The $14M SAF/CDM deal extends IDEA into 2027 and deepens user adoption.
  • 2026 awardable status streamlines sales through CDAO Tradewinds and shortens federal buying cycles.
  • New SHIELD, OASIS, and GSA vehicles expand pipeline across 2027 through 2035.

What critics are saying

  • Defense accounts for 92% of obligated revenue; one recompete loss hits hard.
  • Seven incumbents, including a $6.1M CENTCOM BPA, return to market by 2028.
  • GAO protests already targeted a Redhorse GSA task order, signaling procurement friction.

What makes Redhorse unique

  • Redhorse won SAF/CDM's $14M ISR contract in January 2026, anchored by IDEA.
  • Its 2026 Tradewinds awardable IDPaaS and CBM+ offerings accelerate DoD contracting.
  • Mannakee Group acquisition adds DevSecOps depth for federal defense and national security work.

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Citybiz
Mar 18th, 2025
Redhorse Acquires Mannakee Group for Innovation

Redhorse Corporation has acquired The Mannakee Group to enhance its capabilities in providing innovative solutions for federal defense and national security. The Mannakee Group, based in Kensington, Maryland, is known for its advanced software development and DevSecOps practices. This acquisition will combine Mannakee's expertise with Redhorse's AI/ML capabilities to deliver cutting-edge technology solutions. Mannakee's leadership will continue to drive growth within Redhorse's National Security portfolio.

Citybiz
Mar 18th, 2025
Redhorse Corporation Acquires The Mannakee Group

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 18, 2025 - Redhorse Corporation today announced the strategic acquisition of The Mannakee Group, enhancing its position as a premier provider of innovative solutions for the federal defense and national security communities.

GovCon Wire
Dec 3rd, 2024
John Zangardi to Retire as Redhorse CEO, Noah Klemm Appointed President

In a related development, Redhorse announced the promotion of Noah Klemm from chief delivery officer to president, effective immediately.

GovCon Wire
Feb 13th, 2024
Michael Rauseo, Lance Orr Take on VP Roles Within Redhorse National Security Practice

Redhorse has expanded the leadership team within its national security practice with the appointment of Michael Rauseo as vice president of national security growth and Lance Orr as VP of national security operations.

GovCon Wire
Nov 20th, 2023
Matthew Dost Named Redhorse General Counsel, VP of Compliance

Matthew Dost, formerly general counsel and director of contracts at Allied Associates International, has been named general counsel and vice president of compliance at Redhorse.