Hybrid Front-End UI/UX Developer, Software Engineer

at Mission Technologies, a division of HII

• Job title: Front-End UI/UX Developer, Software Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Angular, JavaScript, Maven, React, Vue.js
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Annapolis Junction, United States

About the role

• Front-End Developer with strong UX/UI design skills in cybersecurity at HII's Mission Technologies division. Collaborating with product managers and enhancing user experiences on web applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop responsive, high-quality web interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue).
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate wireframes and prototypes into functional code.
• Design intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces using tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Ensure accessibility, cross-browser compatibility, and performance optimization.
• Implement and maintain design systems and reusable UI components.
• Conduct user testing and iterate based on feedback to improve user experience.
• Work closely with back-end developers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless functionality.
• Assist with the creation, enhancement, and maintenance of web applications.
• Work closely with designers, backend engineers, and data scientists to build holistic user experiences.
• Troubleshoot customer reported issues in applications and providing support.
• Write unit tests and conduct quality assurance testing.
• Leading development of classification marking and access-control tooling.
• Mentoring junior developers and improve team development processes.
• Analyzing system requirements and supporting architecture documentation.
• Performing full lifecycle development and troubleshooting.
• Working independently or as part of a collaborative development team.
• Reviewing and testing software components to ensure adherence to design requirements and documenting test results.
• Resolving software problem reports and implementing corrective actions.
• Utilizing software development and design methodologies appropriate to the development environment.
• Providing input to system-level design decisions, including hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, and the use of COTS/GOTS in place of new development.
• Conducting requirements analysis and synthesizing system-level requirements into individual software components.

Requirements

• A current Secret level U.S. Government security clearance is required with ability to upgrade U.S. citizenship
• At least 5 years of experience in Software Engineering, Modern Front-End Frameworks and Libraries (e.g. Vue, React, Angular), and a Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• IATT Level 2 Compliance: Must possess or be able to obtain within 60 days of start of employment (CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or SSCP.)
• Experience with the agile software lifecycle.
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g. Git, Nexus, Maven).
• Has a proven ability to learn quickly and works well both independently as well as in a team setting.
• Problem solving skills and ability to review information and compile data appropriately as needed.

Benefits

• best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
• wellness resources
• employee assistance programs
• Savings Plan Options (401(k))
• financial planning tools
• life insurance
• employee discounts
• paid holidays and paid time off
• tuition reimbursement
• early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships