Software Engineer (Front End)

CACI•Aurora, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Frontend-Heavy Software Engineer to join our development team in building modern, data-centric applications for government environments. In this role, you will be the primary driver for our user-facing applications, crafting highly responsive React interfaces that interact with high-performance Python services. While this position does not require an active clearance to start, you must be eligible and willing to undergo a background investigation for a TS/SCI clearance. This is an ideal role for a skilled frontend developer looking to transition into the mission-critical government technology sector.

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
Bachelors in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
5+ years of experience with front end development and frameworks(React)
3+ years of experience with Python
3+ years of experience with AWS technologies to include S3, Cloudfront, Lambda, and API Gateway.
Knowledge of DynamoDB/MongoDB and PostgreSQL.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Tailwind CSS or similar utility-first CSS frameworks.
Understanding of modern data lake concepts and the visualization of very large data sets (VLDS).
Familiarity with Java components and build tools like Maven or Gradle.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of intuitive, modern user interfaces using React, ensuring accessibility and performance in a browser-based environment.
Collaborate with backend engineers to integrate UI components with Python services (FastAPI/Flask) running on AWS.
Deploy and maintain frontend assets within an AWS Serverless ecosystem, utilizing S3 and CloudFront for distribution.
Assist in migrating legacy interface patterns into modular, microservices-supported components.
Utilize GitLab CI/CD to automate deployments and maintain code integrity through rigorous Jest and integration testing.