Front End Software Engineer

Front End Software Engineer

Reston, VA | ~10% Travel | Active Secret Clearance Required

We're hiring a Front End Software Engineer to help design and build real-world web interfaces that support high-impact national security missions. You'll contribute directly to our Lattice Control Application-an essential system driving operational success in the field.

This is more than just front-end development. You'll collaborate with engineers, stakeholders, and end users to create intuitive, modular UI components that work seamlessly across multiple devices and operational scenarios.

What You'll Do

• Design and build new workflows and interfaces for our manifest repository
• Develop modular software components used across devices with a unified design system
• Diagnose and resolve field-reported bugs-dig into root causes and deliver reliable fixes
• Collaborate in a fast-paced team solving mission-critical challenges
• Travel to support deployments and events (about 10%)
• Own the success of the software systems you build, from development through deployment

What You'll Bring

• At least 2 years of experience with modern front-end frameworks, especially:
• React (component-based)
• TypeScript and modern JavaScript (ES6+)
• Proficiency in front-end development with the ability to debug backend/API integration issues
• Familiarity with build tools (especially Bazel)
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
• A collaborative, self-directed mindset with attention to detail
• A passion for building software that has meaningful real-world impact
• An active U.S. Secret security clearance (and the ability to maintain it)

Bonus Points For

• UI/UX awareness-able to propose subtle, user-focused improvements
• Experience with Nix Flakes (for reproducible local dev environments)
• Familiarity with 3D/WebGL tools like Three.js or React Three Fiber