Software Developer - UI/UX

Amentum•Chantilly, VA

2d•$180,000 - $200,000

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a detail-oriented Front-End Developer to build intuitive, responsive, accessible user interfaces for web applications. The role focuses on user experience, design systems, and modern front-end technologies. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. A TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required. The minimum education requirement is a bachelor’s degree in computer science, design, or a related field, or equivalent experience, along with at least five years of experience. The position also carries company-wide responsibilities for safety, quality, and procedure compliance. Employees are responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, completing applicable training, following Amentum quality policies and applicable customer requirements, and understanding and implementing operational, safety, quality, and environmental procedures.

Requirements

Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
Experience with modern frameworks or libraries such as Angular, React, or Vue.js.
Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
Understanding of version control systems such as Git.
Strong attention to detail and a passion for clean, maintainable code.
Exposure to Agile development environments.
TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least five years of experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with design systems and component libraries.
Knowledge of accessibility standards such as WCAG and related best practices.
Experience with performance optimization and analytics tools.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain scalable, high-performance web applications using modern front-end frameworks.
Collaborate with UX/UI developers and back-end developers to deliver seamless user experiences.
Translate design mockups and wireframes into clean, efficient code.
Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and accessibility.
Implement responsive designs across devices and screen sizes.
Ensure cross-browser compatibility and maintain code quality through testing and reviews.
Stay current with emerging technologies and propose improvements to existing systems.
Complete applicable safety training and fulfill self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, as appropriate.
Participate in emergency response tasks and serve on safety committees and teams, as appropriate.
Conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and perform job activities in compliance with applicable quality system documents and customer contracts.
Read, understand, and implement applicable operational, safety, quality, and environmental plans, procedures, and policies.