Front End Software Engineer Co-op

Worky; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

MORSE Corp is seeking Front End Software Engineer Co-ops to build software applications and user interfaces for DoD customers. You will develop web apps in ReactJS, write reusable components, and own feature design, development, and testing in an agile environment. US citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S.

security clearance are required. A BS/BA in CS or Engineering is preferred, with Git version control and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required and ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.
• Pursuing a BS or BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with ReactJS.
• Python experience is a plus.
• Solid understanding of Git and version control.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing DoD software packages, full-stack apps and UIs for DoD customers.
• Develop web applications using ReactJS.
• Write extensible React components.
• Own feature design, development, and testing.
• Collaborate with designers and developers to ship new features.
• Evaluate and adopt new technologies to improve efficiency.
• Participate in code reviews and accept feedback on your code.
• Work with open-source tools and algorithms to solve problems.

Skills

ReactJS

Git

Python

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

MORSE Corp is an employee owned, small business based in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA with a history of fielding cutting‑edge technology. MORSE boasts a specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers to deliver best‑in‑class technical solutions that solve difficult multidisciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem.

MORSE Corp is seeking Front End Software Engineer Co‑ops to develop software applications and user interfaces to enable the warfighter to plan and execute missions, assess data, and evaluate AI/ML capabilities. Candidate should be a highly motivated self‑starter with good communication skills and should be able to work in an iterative and agile development style. If you are passionate about building software for human users, solving user pain, and making impact this is a great fit!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assisting in the development of custom software packages, full stack applications/tools, and user interfaces for a variety of DoD customers

• Develop web applications in ReactJS

• Write extensible React components

• Take ownership of feature design, development, and testing

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams of designers and developers to define, design, and ship new features

• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency

• Participate in code reviews, providing good feedback on code you review, as well as being receptive to feedback on your code

• Working with and integrating the latest open‑source software tools & algorithms to solve novel and challenging problems

REQUIREMENTS:

• US Citizenship required and ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.

• Working towards a BS or BA degree in Computer Science, Engineering. or related subject

• Working knowledge of the general software application development architectures, trends, and emerging technologies

• Experience with ReactJS

• Experience with Python is nice to have

• Solid understanding of version control systems (we use Git)

• Good communication skills and the ability to have fun when working

MORSE Corp’s pay range for this role carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to, prior experience, education, skills and expertise, location, internal equity, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated.

Compensation

$28—$33 USD

The team at MORSE takes pride in being the smart team that is easy to work with. We focus on steady, long‑term success while maintaining a collaborative, enjoyable work experience for our employees. For more information, please visit www.morsecorp.com.