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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Applications Development Lead - **Company:** Manhattan Strategy Group - **Location:** Bethesda, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Application Testing, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Software Debugging, Web Development, Drupal, Network Planning and Design, Release Management, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Applications, Web Standards, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology, Cloud Migration, Servicenow - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18079417?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18079417%2FApplications-Development-Lead-Maryland-Bethesda ## About the Role * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. * 15+ years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and training. * Demonstrated experience leading application development, enhancement, testing, and maintenance activities. * Experience translating business requirements into technical solutions and application designs. * Experience providing technical direction to developers and multidisciplinary teams. * Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). * Experience with application testing, debugging, quality assurance, and user acceptance testing. * Experience with cloud-based technologies and/or enterprise application platforms. * Experience with web development technologies and content management systems. * Strong understanding of accessibility standards, including Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to collaborate effectively with government clients, program staff, technical teams, and other stakeholders., * Experience supporting federal human services, early childhood, child care, education, health, or related programs. * Experience working with ServiceNow, AWS, and/or Drupal. * Experience supporting federal government websites or public-facing applications. * Experience working in FedRAMP-authorized or other government cloud environments. * Familiarity with U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) and federal web standards. * Experience with federal Change and Release Management processes. * Experience supporting cloud migration, application modernization, or systems integration initiatives. * Familiarity with federal cybersecurity, privacy, and Zero Trust requirements ## Description The Applications Development Lead will work closely with technical and programmatic teams to translate business requirements into effective technology solutions, guide application development activities, and ensure systems are secure, accessible, user-friendly, and aligned with federal standards. 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