Front End Software Engineer Co-op New Cambridge, MA

MORSECORP, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

MORSE Corp is seeking Front End Software Engineer Co-ops to build software applications and user interfaces for DoD missions. You will work in an agile team, taking ownership of features, and collaborating with cross-functional designers and developers.

The role emphasizes ReactJS development, code reviews, and exploring new tools to maximize efficiency while supporting DoD customers and mission planning objectives.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required and ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.
• Pursuing BS/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Familiar with modern web technologies and software practices.
• Experience with ReactJS and Git version control is expected.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work iteratively in Agile teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing front-end software, full-stack apps, and UIs for DoD customers.
• Develop web applications in ReactJS.
• Own feature design, development, and testing.
• Collaborate with designers and developers to ship new features.
• Continuously evaluate new technologies to improve efficiency.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

ReactJS

Git

Communication skills

US Citizenship

Agile development

Education

Pursuing BS in Computer Science or related field

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

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 .

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