Ontic develops software that helps corporate and government security teams identify threats, evaluate risk, and respond quickly to protect people and organizations. Its AI-powered Connected Intelligence Platform brings together security operations and data into a centralized system of record. This allows organizations to run risk assessments, address workplace violence concerns, and manage threats or incidents more effectively.
Many Fortune 500 companies and federal agencies rely on Ontic to support programs such as executive protection, threat intelligence, and corporate investigations.
Role Summary
Ontic is seeking an Associate Software Engineer (Frontend) to help build user interfaces for its SaaS platform. The position is designed for early-career engineers who want to strengthen their foundation in frontend development and software engineering practices.
You will collaborate with experienced engineers to create UI features, resolve issues, and enhance existing user experiences. The role focuses on writing reliable code, learning frontend fundamentals, and gradually becoming an independent contributor.
Development and Implementation
- Implement defined UI components and flows with guidance from senior engineers
- Integrate frontend functionality with backend services through APIs
Code Quality and Best Practices
- Write clean, maintainable, and reusable code aligned with engineering standards
- Participate in code reviews and apply feedback to improve quality
- Follow recommended practices for component design, state management, and accessibility
Learning and Technical Growth
- Develop knowledge of frontend architecture, component based design, and application state
- Apply best practices for debugging, testing, and performance optimization
- Gain exposure to modern frontend tooling and build systems
- Work with engineers, designers, and product teams to deliver assigned tasks
- Communicate progress, blockers, and questions clearly
- Incorporate feedback from product and design stakeholders
- Assist with debugging and resolving issues in development and production environments
- Build familiarity with logging, monitoring, and performance tracking tools
Qualifications and Experience
- 0 to 2 years of software engineering experience, including internships, academic, or personal projects
- Understanding of React or a similar frontend framework
- Knowledge of programming fundamentals, data structures, and problem solving concepts
- Familiarity with REST APIs and asynchronous programming such as promises or async/await
- Exposure to version control systems like Git
- Awareness of the frontend development lifecycle including build tools, bundling, and deployment basics
- Hands-on project experience through academic, personal, or open source work
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary package
- Medical benefits
- Home office stipend
- Festive and achievement celebrations
- Dynamic office environment
Ontic is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified individuals are considered without discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.