Software Engineer Senior

SAIC; Virginia Beach (VA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC STG seeks a Senior Front-End Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain modern, accessible web applications for VA missions. You will work with UX designers, backend engineers, data scientists, and AI/ML specialists to deliver AI-enhanced front-end experiences that support high-stakes decision-making.

The role allows remote work within the United States for qualified candidates and requires strong React/TypeScript skills, REST API integration, and cloud familiarity (AWS/Azure) to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field and 5 years of experience; Master’s degree with 3 years is also noted.
• Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and at least one modern frontend framework (React/Angular/Vue).
• Experience with Git and cloud environments (AWS/Azure).
• Ability to obtain CompTIA Security+ within 90 days; US citizenship and ability to obtain secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain front-end web applications using modern technologies.
• Build responsive, accessible user interfaces for VA stakeholders.
• Integrate frontend with backend REST services and APIs.
• Collaborate with AI/ML engineers to incorporate AI-driven insights into UI workflows.
• Ensure performance, security, and scalability in cloud-hosted environments and document components.

Skills

Front-end development

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

TypeScript/JavaScript

React or Angular or Vue

UI/UX collaboration

REST API integration

Cloud familiarity (AWS/Azure)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Software Eng

Masters degree (advantage)

Tools

Git (GitHub, GitLab)

Material UI or similar

Job description

SAIC’s STG is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Front-End Software Engineer to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain modern, accessible, and user-centric web applications. You will collaborate with UX designers, backend engineers, data scientists, and AI/ML specialists to integrate AI-driven insights into intuitive front-end experiences that support complex, high-stakes decision-making workflows. While your primary focus will be front-end development, you will also work closely with cloud and backend services teams to ensure secure, performant, and scalable end-to-end solutions in support of Veterans and the VA mission.

This position can be worked remotely within the United States for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain front-end web applications using modern web technologies (e.g., TypeScript/JavaScript and React, Angular, or similar frameworks).
• Build and style responsive, accessible, and user-friendly interfaces that provide a polished and effective user experience for VA stakeholders.
• Integrate front-end components with backend REST services and APIs, collaborating closely with backend engineers to support AI-enabled workflows.
• Collaborate with AI/ML engineers to incorporate AI-driven insights and decision support into intuitive user interfaces and front-end workflows, including using AI tools (e.g., Claude) to assist with development and research.
• Implement front-end best practices for performance, security, and scalability in a cloud-hosted environment (e.g., AWS or Azure).
• Work with UX designers and product owners to translate requirements and wireframes into production-ready UI components and screens.
• Support front-end testing, debugging, and performance optimization, including unit, integration, and end-to-end testing where applicable.
• Maintain clear documentation for front-end components, UI patterns, and integration points with APIs and platform services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent relevant experience) and 5 years of experience. Masters Degree and 3 years of experience.
• Ability to obtain CompTIA Security+ certification within 90 days of employment.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen; no dual citizenship.
• Ability to obtain a secret clearance
• Front-End Development: Hands-on experience building front-end web applications using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with at least one modern front-end framework or library (e.g., ReactJS, Angular, or Vue).
• Experience with Material UI or a similar component library.
• Experience using version control (Git) with platforms such as GitLab or GitHub.
• Experience working in a cloud environment (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• API Integration: Experience integrating front-end applications with backend services and RESTful APIs.
• Delivery & Collaboration: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative Agile environment.

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.