Front End Developer

System High Corporation; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

System High Corporation is seeking a Front End Developer (Remote) to own the frontend codebase end-to-end from Chantilly, VA with remote work permitted. This full-time role focuses on React, Next.js, and TypeScript to deliver high-performance web applications.

You will implement AI-assisted development tooling, automation scripts, and collaborate across Scrum ceremonies to maintain velocity and quality. Strong written communication and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of frontend software engineering experience.
• Strong proficiency in React, Next.js, and TypeScript with deep understanding of component design patterns and responsive layouts.
• Basic scripting capabilities (Node.js, Python, or Bash) to handle local development environments and automation.
• Experience with AI prompting and AI-assisted development tools for code generation and debugging.
• Excellent written communication and asynchronous collaboration skills.
• Active participation in Scrum ceremonies and delivery of estimated tasks.

Responsibilities

• Own the frontend codebase end-to-end, managing routing, state management, tooling, performance, and accessibility.
• Translate design frameworks and requirements into polished, high-performance web applications.
• Integrate AI development tools into daily workflows to accelerate boilerplate creation, testing, and debugging.
• Write utility scripts to automate UI tasks, data formatting, and local setups.
• Interface securely with backend APIs and manage complex data structures.
• Participate in Scrum ceremonies and provide accurate effort estimations.
• Break down complex frontend requests into manageable user stories and tasks.

Skills

React

Next.js

TypeScript

Node.js

Python

Job description

Position Overview

Job Title: Front End Developer (Remote)

Location: CORPORATE HQ, VA 3 – Chantilly, VA 20151 (Remote work permitted)

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $125,000.00 – $145,000.00 per year

Company: System High Corporation – delivers advanced protection and secrecy solutions to secure critical missions, programs, and intelligence activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the frontend codebase end-to-end, managing framework routing, robust state management, build tooling, performance, and accessibility.
• Translate design frameworks and functional requirements into polished, high‑performance web applications with exceptional velocity.
• Integrate AI development tools into daily workflows to accelerate boilerplate creation, unit testing, and debugging.
• Write utility scripts to automate repetitive UI tasks, data formatting, and local environment setups, reducing dependence on backend and DevOps teams.
• Securely and efficiently interface with backend APIs, managing complex data structures and payload serialization.
• Actively participate in all Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Backlog Grooming, Retrospectives) and provide accurate effort estimations.
• Break down complex frontend feature requests into manageable, well‑defined user stories and technical tasks that support consistent sprint velocity.

Required Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of professional software engineering experience focused on modern frontend frameworks.
• Strong proficiency in React, Next.js, and TypeScript with deep understanding of component design patterns and responsive layouts.
• Basic scripting capabilities (Node.js, Python, or Bash) to handle local development environments, automate workflows, or parse data.
• Experience with AI‑prompting and AI‑assisted development tools for code generation, documentation, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent written communication and asynchronous collaboration skills, with a track record of driving initiatives forward independently.
• Active participation in Scrum ceremonies and delivery of estimated tasks.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working as a design engineer or closely with design systems to execute high‑level UI briefs independently.
• Familiarity with writing automation for CI/CD pipelines, build configurations, or testing scripts.
• Exposure to or interest in interfacing apps with LLM endpoints, vector embeddings, or intelligent application layers.
• Experience utilizing project management and issue‑tracking tools (e.g., Jira or Linear) to self‑manage tasks and document technical implementation details.

Additional Information

This job description is not designed to cover or contain all job duties required of the employee; additional activities may be required.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

System High is a Military‑friendly employer and values the power and strength of diverse backgrounds.

System High Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail].

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