Job Description
Job Description
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 issuesFamiliarity with build tools (especially Bazel)Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skillsA collaborative, self-directed mindset with attention to detailA passion for building software that has meaningful real-world impactAn active U.S. Secret security clearance (and the ability to maintain it)Bonus Points For
UI / UX awareness—able to propose subtle, user-focused improvementsExperience with Nix Flakes (for reproducible local dev environments)Familiarity with 3D / WebGL tools like Three.js or React Three Fiber