Frontend Software Engineer (Defense / Mission-Critical Applications)

About the role

We are a venture‑backed technology company building software, data, and analytics platforms for government and defense customers. As a Frontend Software Engineer you will create high‑performance web interfaces that enable operational teams to interpret massive data sets, coordinate resources, and make rapid decisions in mission‑critical environments.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop responsive, data‑intensive web applications used in real‑time operational settings.
• Collaborate directly with end‑users to translate complex workflow requirements into intuitive UI designs.
• Architect frontend systems that integrate with APIs, data pipelines, and machine‑learning insights.
• Ship features end‑to‑end, from concept and prototype through production deployment.
• Work closely with backend engineers, designers, and product managers to ensure reliability, performance, and clarity.

Required profile

• 2+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong computer‑science fundamentals and a track record of shipping production software.
• Enjoy tackling hard technical problems that have real‑world impact.
• Comfortable communicating directly with users and influencing product direction.

Required skills

• JavaScript
• TypeScript
• Modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue)

What we offer

• Competitive salary range $135,000 – $200,000 plus equity.
• Opportunity to work on mission‑critical applications that directly support national security.
• Collaborative engineering culture that values quality, performance, and ownership.
• On‑site work in Palo Alto or Washington, DC with a team of experienced engineers.