Senior Front End Developer

VTG Defense; Chantilly (VA); Vor Ort; USD 180.000 - 240.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

VTG Defense in Chantilly, VA is seeking an experienced Front-End JavaScript Developer to join our software team. You will design, build, test, and maintain responsive web apps using modern front-end technologies and collaborate with cross-functional engineers to deliver scalable solutions.

The role requires hands-on JavaScript experience, strong problem-solving, and a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance. Proficiency with React and exposure to Angular and back-end APIs is highly valued, along with a

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required.
• 5+ years software development experience (academic or professional).
• 2+ years hands-on JavaScript development.
• Strong front-end principles and modern web app architecture.
• Experience developing, debugging and testing software.
• Ability to write clean, reusable code.
• Strong analytical and collaborative skills.

Aufgaben

• Design, develop, test, and maintain responsive web apps using JavaScript and modern front-end tech.
• Develop reusable front-end components and intuitive interfaces.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers and stakeholders to translate requirements.
• Enhance front-end functionality with performance and scalability in mind.
• Utilize React and Angular to support application development.
• Integrate front-end apps with back-end services and APIs.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve defects and performance issues.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and process improvements.
• Follow coding standards and documentation requirements.
• Work with back-end developers to support full-stack development.
• Contribute to software design discussions for UX improvements.

Kenntnisse

Front-end development

JavaScript

React

Angular

TypeScript

REST APIs

Code reviews

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

We are hiring an experienced Front-End JavaScript Developer to join our software development team in Chantilly, VA. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in JavaScript development, experience building modern web applications, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver scalable, reliable, and user-friendly software solutions.

This position requires hands‑on front-end development experience, strong problem‑solving skills, and an understanding of modern software development practices. Experience with React is highly desired, along with familiarity with additional JavaScript frameworks and back-end development technologies.

What will you do?

• Design, develop, test, and maintain responsive, interactive, and user-friendly web applications using JavaScript and modern front-end technologies.
• Develop reusable front-end components and implement intuitive user interfaces that support application requirements.
• Collaborate with software engineers, designers, and stakeholders to translate technical and functional requirements into effective software solutions.
• Develop and enhance front-end application functionality while ensuring performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Utilize modern JavaScript frameworks and libraries, including React and Angular, to support application development.
• Integrate front-end applications with back-end services and APIs.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application defects and performance issues.
• Participate in code reviews, software testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow established software development standards, coding practices, and documentation requirements.
• Collaborate with back-end developers to support application integration and full-stack development efforts.
• Contribute to software design discussions and identify opportunities to improve application functionality and user experience.

Do you have what it takes?

• Bachelor's degree.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Minimum of 5 years of software development experience, including academic and professional experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on JavaScript development experience.
• Strong understanding of front‑end software development principles and modern web application architecture.
• Experience developing, debugging, testing, and maintaining software applications.
• Ability to write clean, efficient, reusable, and maintainable code.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, onsite development environment.

PayRange: VTG's estimated starting pay range is $180,000-$240,000 annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.