Front-End Software Engineer

Reston, VA, US • Posted 4 hours ago • Updated 4 hours ago
Full Time
No Travel Required
On-site
120000 - 175000/yr
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Skills

  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • React
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Web Application Design
  • Front-End Development
  • Technical Communication

Summary

Front-End Software Engineer

The Opportunity

StaffRight Associates is recruiting for a Front-End Software Engineer to join an aerospace and defense research organization tackling complex, high-impact technical challenges. This is a full-time, on-site role in Reston, VA. Relocation assistance is available.

As the Front-End Software Engineer, you will design and build web front ends for simulation and optimization software driven by probabilistic models of physical systems. Teams of 2 to 20 blend research scientists and software engineers, and everyone takes part in the full problem-solving cycle. Roles stay flexible, so you can lean into your strengths while picking up new skills. The best fit brings both UI/UX design sensibility and hands-on web application development experience, grounded in solid computer science fundamentals.

What You'll Do

  • Architect and implement front-end web applications for simulation and optimization tools.
  • Shape early concepts alongside research scientists and fellow engineers.
  • Craft data visualizations and support analysis of model outputs.
  • Contribute to algorithm design and rapid exploratory prototypes.
  • Deliver production software, then demonstrate and deploy it to end users.

What You Bring

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  • 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with JavaScript or TypeScript.
  • Experience with React.
  • Experience with HTML and CSS.
  • Familiarity with Web Application Design and Front-End Development in any framework or language.
  • Excellent written and verbal Technical Communication.
  • U.S. citizenship required. Selected candidates will undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility standards for access to classified information.

Preferred

  • Programming experience in Java or Python.
  • Exposure to Spring Boot, Redux, WebGL, and/or OpenGL.
  • Hands-on User Interface Design and implementation.
  • Skill in tuning web pages for Web Security and Performance Optimization.
  • Experience with Front-End Testing and mocking frameworks.
  • Familiarity with Back-End Development, API Design, and relational or document databases.

Compensation & Total Rewards

  • Salary: $120,000 - $175,000
  • Engagement: Full-time, direct hire; on-site in Reston, VA
  • Benefits: Top-tier benefits
  • Relocation: Relocation assistance provided

Joining StaffRight Associates

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you're doing more than pursuing a job, you're aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.

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  • Dice Id: 90939179
  • Position Id: NOOJ - 49840
  • Posted 4 hours ago

Company Info

About StaffRight Associates, LLC

StaffRight Associates is a premier recruitment and staffing partner that provides talent to a broad and diverse range of corporate disciplines. StaffRight was crafted out of an industry need to better manage the processes and complexities of today’s recruitment and staffing demands. With company beginnings formulated in the industry over 30 years ago, our founder realized that there was a definitive need to utilize recruitment and staffing more efficiently and effectively than what has been the typical industry standard model. StaffRight is dedicated to servicing our clients with a comprehensive, scientific approach of refining the process throughout our clients' engagements.  

Understanding and committing to our employees is critical to the growth and sustainability of StaffRight. We are of the opinion that regardless of their expertise, a successful company needs great people. The success of an employee is realized in a variety of different ways, but for us, we go well beyond one's credentials and interview. Finding the best employees who possess the needed skills, experience, and education are certainly key in a hire, but to truly find great employees who feel they are an integral part of the company, it takes tremendous insight in understanding what makes someone successful. Passion for one’s work, commitment to excellence, and having a ‘get it done’ attitude are essential for a great employee. Having these qualities also goes a long way in ensuring that an employee always has the client's best interests in mind. Great employees are passionate about their work and the company where they hang their jacket. Additionally, we believe that having refined and solid communication skills is also paramount in enabling all employees to work together towards the common goals and successes of the company. This collaboration is very much based on our employees' ability to listen to others and respond effectively, both internally with each other, and externally to our clients. 

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Nick Ingaciola

Nick Ingaciola

Director/Owner @ StaffRight Associates, LLC

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