Project Manager (Web and Mobile Applications)

About NFF:

 

Since 1996, Networking For Future, Inc. (NFF) has been engineering the backbone of mission-critical systems for government and enterprise clients. With headquarters in Washington, DC, we provide expert technology consulting and design-build solutions that solve complex challenges and deliver measurable real-world results.

 

Our expertise includes solutions for Artificial Intelligence Enablement, Data Center & Cloud, Intelligent Networks, Secure, Connected IoT Technologies, Professional and Managed Services, Workforce Solutions and Zero Trust Strategies. NFF leverages a strategic portfolio of over 200 industry-leading technology brands to deliver precisely tailored solutions that align with each client’s unique requirements and mission objectives.

 

We are an accomplished technology consulting firm with a proven track record of delivering innovative, high-performance IT solutions to clients across government and commercial sectors. What sets us apart is our foundation as a hands-on, technically driven organization backed by deep industry partnerships and a broad portfolio of certifications – at both the company and individual levels. This combination of experience and credibility allows us to respond with confidence and precision to complex technical challenges.

 

Our greatest strength is our people. We are seasoned technologists who embrace a culture of innovation and continuous learning. We believe that meaningful solutions are built through collaboration, and we view every challenge as an opportunity to evolve – transforming problems into partnerships that deliver long-term value. This mindset shapes how we work: we hire top talent, provide them with the resources and mentorship they need to thrive, and recognize and reward excellence at every level. Our teams are empowered to lead with insight, deliver exceptional service, and build trusted relationships with every client.

 

NFF is an ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 9001:2015 certified company.  Additionally, NFF is a Cisco Preferred Partner with numerous Specializations including Customer Experience, Advanced Security Architecture, IOT and others.  NFF was a “Cisco Top-5 Mid-Atlantic SLED Partner” in 2019, 2020, 2022-2026 In addition to Cisco, NFF has key partnerships with many manufacturers and IT solution providers including, Palo Alto, Arista, Rapid7, Arctic Wolf, NetApp and others.

About this Position / Responsibilities:

NFF Inc is currently executing two strategic digital modernization initiatives: the Web Modernization Project and the SmarTrip Mobile App 2.0 Project. Both projects are actively underway and are critical to enhancing customer experience across NFF Inc's digital channels.

 

The Web Modernization Project includes the complete redevelopment of the front-end experience for key public web platforms, replacing an existing platform last significantly refreshed in 2016. While a separate vendor is responsible for front-end website implementation, NFF Inc requires resources to develop, integrate, test, and deploy supporting SmarTrip backend services and APIs required to enable new website functionality. The modernized platform will continue to serve as a primary digital channel for transit information, customer self-service, and SmarTrip account management.

The SmarTrip Mobile App 2.0 Project focuses on enhancing the existing iOS and Android SmarTrip Mobile app through new features and improvements designed to provide a more personalized, intuitive, and user-friendly customer experience. NFF Inc requires support for integration, development, configuration, testing, deployment, and production implementation of SmarTrip backend components that support the mobile app and related services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management of the in-scope Web Applications project.
• Coordinate project team activities with other teams and senior management.
• Communicate with sponsoring organizations to assist with needs assessment and functional specifications.
• Draft specifications and develop work plan definitions.
• Manage tasks, overall deliverables, and status tracking.
• Apply best practices and Agile project management methodologies appropriate to project scope.
• Develop and manage the project schedule using MS Project.
• Provide status reports and modify schedules or plans as required.
• Prepare project reports for management, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Confer with project team members to provide technical advice and resolve problems.
• Hold regular project meetings with stakeholders to monitor progress and communicate required actions.
• Proactively solve problems to ensure milestones are met and projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Conduct and evaluate post-mortems to improve future projects.
• Manage project issues, revise plans as needed, and communicate changes to project team members.
• Maintain close contact with project sponsors to ensure shared vision, stakeholder buy-in, and project support.
• Successfully complete mandatory NFF Inc security awareness training on an annual basis.
• Review and assist with system hardening and vulnerability remediation.
• Oversee mandatory peer code reviews with developers as part of the code commitment process to ensure secure coding practices are followed before code is merged into the main development branch.
• Ensure pull request reviews are documented in Bitbucket.

Qualifications:

Minimum Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related discipline.

Skills and Qualifications

• 3 years | Required - Experience leading complex web application projects in an Agile software development methodology.
• 3 years | Required - Skill in utilizing Agile SDLC tools such as Cloud JIRA, JIRA, Confluence, TestRail, Bamboo, and Bitbucket to manage and control project tasks.
• 2 years | Required - Experience performing the duties listed above in an information technology operation (C#, .NET, .NET Core).
• 5 years | Required - Application hands-on experience with General Order Track Rights System and Site-Specific Work Plan applications.
• Not specified | Required - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related discipline.

NFF Disclosures:

NFF offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and flexible paid time off options, for eligible employees:

• Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• STD, LTD, Supplemental life insurance and ADD&D
• Comprehensive 401k plan
• Paid Time Off

NFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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