React Software Developer

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Herndon, VA is seeking a React Software Developer to join our CS M program within the Department of State. You will contribute across the full SDLC, delivering front-end solutions and collaborating with designers and back-end teams.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in software development, strong JavaScript/TypeScript, React expertise, REST APIs, testing, and an active Secret clearance. US Citizenship is required. This on-site role offers impact across critical government services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least eight (8) years’ experience in software development.
• 4 years of front-end development experience with at least 2 years heavily on React.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript.
• Deep understanding of React core principles: Hooks, functional components, virtual DOM.
• Experience with HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design.
• Experience with state management libraries (Redux, Context API).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous programming.
• Experience with security practices and JWT-based authorization.
• Experience with front-end testing frameworks (Jest, RTL, Cypress).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Active Secret clearance (or higher). US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable front-end apps using React, Redux, and related tech.
• Collaborate with designers and developers to ensure performance and scalability.
• Identify and address risks to project success.
• Integrate front-end components with RESTful APIs and back-end services.
• Work with back-end developers to align front-end and server logic.
• Troubleshoot and debug during deployment and post deployment.
• Optimize components for performance across devices and browsers.
• Translate UI/UX designs into accessible, high-quality code.
• Ensure code quality and adherence to standards.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and Git/DevOps tools.
• Provide production support and issue resolution.

Skills

JavaScript ES6+

TypeScript

React

Redux

HTML5/CSS3

REST APIs

Testing (Jest/RTL/Cypress)

Security practices

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Azure DevOps

Next.js

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a React Software Developer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is located in Herndon, VA. The qualified applicant will become part of Peraton's Department of State (DOS) Consular Systems Modernization (CSM) Program, for the Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT). This initiative is intended to modernize and consolidate the operational environment under a common technology framework in order to better support the services provided to CA’s customers.

As part of the modernization program, the React Software Developer will play a key role in delivering front-end solutions across the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including contributing to requirements analysis, developing prototypes, implementing user-centric designs, coding responsive interfaces, conducting thorough testing, and supporting ongoing maintenance of mission-critical applications. If challenge, growth, and the ability to have a positive impact on your customer and fellow team members is something that interests you, this job is worth your consideration.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain scalable front-end applications using React, Redux, and related technologies.
• Collaborate with designers and developers to ensure high performance and scalability of applications.
• Proactively identify and address any potential risks to project success.
• Integrate front-end components with RESTful APIs and back-end services.
• Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate front-end components with server-side logic.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues that arise during deployment and post deployment.
• Optimize components for maximum performance across a wide range of devices and browsers.
• Translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into high-quality code that meets 508 accessibility standards.
• Ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and version control using Git and DevOps tools.
• Provide production support and troubleshoot issues in deployed applications.

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Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and at least eight (8) years’ experience in software development.
• 4 years of experience with front-end development and at least 2 years focused heavily on React.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript.
• Deep understanding of React core principles, including React Hooks, functional components, and the virtual DOM.
• Experience in HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
• Experience with state management libraries (Redux, Context API).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous programming.
• Experience with security best practices and modern authorization mechanisms such as JSON Web Token.
• Experience with front-end testing frameworks like Jest, React Testing Library, or Cypress.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have an Active Secret (or higher) clearance. Interim clearances are acceptable.
• US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments using tools like Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps.
• Experience with modern React frameworks like Next.js.
• Familiarity with deploying front-end applications in containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Exposure to back-end technologies (e.g.: Node.js, Java, .NET) to support API integration and full-stack collaboration.
• Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and deployment strategies.
• Experience integrating with identity management and authentication systems (OAuth2, SAML).

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.