Programmer (Educational)

Programmer (Educational) Location Chantilly, VA : Responsibilities:

Noblis ESI is seeking a Programmer with an educational background to work with our clients in supporting the Mission Integration Directorate (MID) by developing, implementing, and maintaining technology solutions to support distance learning initiatives.

This role collaborates with instructional designers, educators, and technology teams to ensure seamless delivery of online courses and programs. The ideal candidate possesses strong programming skills, a commitment to educational accessibility, and a passion for leveraging technology to enhance learning experiences.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design and develop features for Learning Management Systems (LMS) and other online learning platforms.
• Customize and integrate third-party tools and software to enhance platform functionality.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues with online education platforms.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and educators to adapt course materials for online environments.
• Ensure courses are optimized for accessibility and responsive design across devices.
• Provide technical support to instructors and students during course delivery.
• Develop and implement educational software tools, such as online quizzes, simulations, or multimedia elements.
• Create scripts and APIs to connect educational systems and streamline workflows.
• Write clean, well-documented code for educational applications.
• Conduct testing and debugging to ensure smooth functionality of distance learning tools and platforms.
• Implement regular updates and improvements to maintain system reliability and security.
• Explore emerging technologies to improve distance learning systems.
• Recommend innovative solutions to enhance user engagement and learning outcomes.

Required Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret/SCI with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph clearance.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Educational Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field with 5 to 8 years of relevant experience. Alternatively, demonstrate an additional 4 years of related experience if no bachelor's degree is held.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript and/or C# and web technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, SQL).

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Educational Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with the NRO's learning platforms (e.g., CLEON).
• Experience with LMS platforms (e.g., Edge Portal and IntelliMedia).
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work flexible schedules as necessary.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Experience on a team of instructional designers, graphic artists, and programmers in a client-focused consulting environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Overview: Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us Why work at a Noblis company? Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards. Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

• Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements

Commitment to Non-Discrimination: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us. EEO is the Law | E-Verify | Right to Work Total Rewards: At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site. Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package. Posted Salary Range: USD $117,800.00 - USD $184,100.00 /Yr.