Front End Software Developer

Description

The company is hiring a front end software developer for a multidisciplinary team that is building the next generation of mission management systems.

The work centers on TypeScript and front-end development, and the role is full time and regular with no travel.

You must hold or be able to obtain TS/SCI clearance to start. The posting is expected to close on 10/29/2027.

Responsibilities

• Build and upkeep web applications so users get a smooth experience.
• Work in a small agile team to design, build and maintain next-generation mission management applications.
• Help build, debug and maintain cloud-native microservices and a user interface for a data-heavy application with complex workflows.
• Write automated tests for your code and help users adopt the software.
• Ship your code through a fully automated DevSecOps pipeline and fix any bugs that surface.
• Give a short daily status at the agile stand-up, pick up the highest-priority work, pair with teammates and join team meetings as needed.
• Work with these tools and technologies: Java with Spring Boot, Spring Framework and REST microservices; JavaScript or TypeScript with Vue 3 and Bootstrap; testing tools such as Vite, Mockito, JUnit and Cypress; databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis and AWS DynamoDB; AWS EC2, RDS, S3, SNS/SQS and Lambda; Git, Jira and Confluence; and GitLab CI/CD, SonarQube and SAST in the DevSecOps pipeline.

Requirements

• Required: 0-3 years of software development experience.
• Required: able to work in person at a company facility in Sterling, VA or Aurora, CO.
• Required: TS/SCI clearance with CI poly, or willingness to obtain CI poly.
• Required: a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or a related field.
• Required: proficiency in JavaScript and a framework such as React, Angular or Vue.js.
• Required: solid knowledge of HTML, CSS and responsive design.
• Required: experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Required: familiarity with RESTful APIs and websockets.
• Required: strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Required: clear communication and good teamwork.
• Required: willingness to follow true Agile Kanban practices in fast-changing development settings.
• Required: proven experience working with others on a team.
• Required: current Security+ certification, or willingness to earn it.
• Desired: experience with agile methods and DevOps processes and tools.
• Desired: experience with Amazon Web Services.
• Desired: experience with container tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Desired: experience with Git and GitLab source code management.
• Desired: experience with test-driven development tools such as Cypress and Mockito.
• Desired: experience with database systems such as MySQL and Redis.
• Desired: willingness to work as a full stack developer.

Conditions

The role is fully on site in a SCIF, with no hybrid or remote option.

The role is full time and regular, with no travel required.

Salary depends on factors such as location, Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, prior experience, specific skills, education and certifications.

Because the role can be filled in more than one location, the posted range is the national average.

The proposed salary range is $58,000-$115,900.

The company supports a balance between quality work and personal life.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education and time off.
• Flexible time off that lets you take the time you need.
• Access to learning resources for professional growth.