Front-End Software Engineer

Metron • Reston, VA

83d

About The Position

Metron is seeking a talented Front-End Software Engineer with a strong computer science and design background for complex and challenging projects. As a front-end developer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing front end web applications for simulation and optimization software that incorporates probabilistic models of physical systems. Project teams range from 2 to 20 people and include a mix of Research Scientists and Software Engineers. Each team member is involved in the entire problem-solving process, including: initial concept development, data visualization and analysis, algorithm design, exploratory prototyping, software implementation, demonstration, and deployment. Roles within a team are flexible, giving employees space to contribute to their areas of strength, and to develop new skills. The ideal candidate has experience in UI/UX design as well as front end web application development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• JavaScript or TypeScript experience.
• HTML and CSS experience.
• Familiarity with web application design and front-end development in any frameworks/languages.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED: Successful candidates will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Nice To Haves

• Java or Python programming experience.
• Experience with Spring Boot, React, Redux, WebGL and/or OpenGL.
• Experience designing and implementing user interfaces.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize web pages for security and responsiveness.
• Experience with front-end testing and mocking frameworks.
• Familiarity with back-end development, API design, and any relational or document database system.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement front end web applications for simulation and optimization software.
• Collaborate with project teams including Research Scientists and Software Engineers.
• Participate in the entire problem-solving process from concept development to deployment.
• Contribute to data visualization and analysis.
• Engage in algorithm design and exploratory prototyping.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Accompanying FSA and HSA options.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits.
• Paid Time Off.
• 9 Observed Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Professional Development Reimbursement.
• Annual Salary Reviews.
• Profit Sharing.
• 401(k) Traditional and Roth Options.
• Gym and Fitness Reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Referral Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees