Front End Software Developer

Vets Hired; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vets Hired seeks a Front End Software Developer to join an Agile team building mission management applications. You will focus on front-end UI design, responsive web apps, automated testing, and cloud-native microservices.

Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, modern front-end frameworks, and collaboration in a Canban/A Scrum environment are required. Experience with REST APIs, WebSockets, and AWS is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in front-end development.
• TS/SCI with CI Poly or willingness to obtain CI Poly.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in JavaScript and modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong understanding of HTML/CSS and responsive design principles.
• Experience with Git or GitLab.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and WebSockets.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to work within Agile Kanban processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain web applications and user interfaces.
• Build responsive and user-friendly interfaces for data-rich applications.
• Develop and maintain front-end components using JavaScript and TypeScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Work with HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles.
• Integrate user interfaces with RESTful APIs and WebSockets.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues and defects.
• Design, develop, and maintain cloud-native applications and microservices.
• Write automated tests for software components.
• Apply Test Driven Development practices where appropriate.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain high standards of software quality.
• Work with Java, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and REST microservices as part of the broader application stack.

Skills

Front-end development

JavaScript / TypeScript

React / Angular / Vue.js

HTML / CSS

REST / WebSockets

Git / GitLab

Agile / Kanban

Security clearance (TS/SCI with CIPoly

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

GitLab CI/CD

JUnit / Cypress

PostgreSQL / MySQL / Redis

Job description

Job Summary

The Front End Software Developer will work as part of a multidisciplinary Agile team developing and maintaining next-generation mission management applications. The role focuses on front-end development, user interface design, responsive web applications, automated testing, cloud-native microservices, and integration with modern software development and DevSecOps practices.

The developer will contribute to designing, developing, troubleshooting, and maintaining data-rich applications with complex user workflows. The position requires strong JavaScript and TypeScript skills, experience with modern front-end frameworks, and the ability to collaborate effectively within an Agile development environment.

Responsibilities

Front-End Software Development

• Develop and maintain web applications and user interfaces.
• Build responsive and user-friendly interfaces for data-rich applications.
• Develop and maintain front-end components using JavaScript and TypeScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Work with HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles.
• Integrate user interfaces with RESTful APIs and WebSockets.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues and defects.

Software Development & Testing

• Design, develop, and maintain cloud-native applications and microservices.
• Write automated tests for software components.
• Apply Test Driven Development practices where appropriate.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain high standards of software quality.
• Work with Java, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and REST microservices as part of the broader application stack.

Cloud & DevSecOps

• Deploy applications through automated DevSecOps pipelines.
• Work with AWS cloud services and cloud-native technologies.
• Support CI/CD processes using GitLab and related tools.
• Work with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving bugs within development and deployment environments.

Agile Collaboration

• Participate in Agile stand-up meetings and other Agile ceremonies.
• Work within Agile Kanban development processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary development teams.
• Communicate project status and technical issues effectively.
• Participate in technical exchange meetings and contribute to team problem-solving.

Technologies

• Java
• Spring Boot / Spring Framework
• REST Microservices
• JavaScript / TypeScript
• Vue.js / React / Angular
• Bootstrap
• HTML / CSS
• Vite
• Mockito / JUnit / Cypress
• PostgreSQL / MySQL / Redis
• AWS DynamoDB
• AWS EC2 / RDS / S3 / SNS / SQS / Lambda
• Git / GitLab
• Jira / Confluence
• GitLab CI/CD
• SonarQube
• SAST
• Docker / Kubernetes

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in front-end development.
• TS/SCI with CI Poly or willingness to obtain CI Poly.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in JavaScript and modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong understanding of HTML/CSS and responsive design principles.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and WebSockets.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to work within Agile Kanban processes and dynamic development environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team.
• Current Security+ certification or willingness to obtain it.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps processes and tools.
• Experience with Amazon Web Services.
• Experience with container management tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with Git/GitLab source code management.
• Experience using Test Driven Development tools such as Cypress and Mockito.
• Experience with database systems such as MySQL and Redis.
• Willingness to contribute to full-stack development.