Frontend Engineer (Civil Aviation)

Air Space Intelligence

$90K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in JavaScript/TypeScript and React.
  • Expertise in building complex, map-based web applications using Mapbox, Maplibre, or Google Maps.
  • Knowledge of WebGL, WebGPU, or ThreeJS for graphics rendering.
  • Experience with WebAssembly (WASM) for performance optimization.
  • Demonstrated ability to write efficient, maintainable code.
  • Strong attention to detail with a focus on user experience.
  • Comfortable using modern LLM tools to improve development workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with civil aviation and design teams to create user-centric products.
  • Develop new user-facing features using React and TypeScript.
  • Design and implement real-time map-based functionalities with Mapbox or similar technologies.
  • Maintain and improve existing database models and APIs.
  • Solve complex problems proactively and efficiently.
  • Ensure code quality and performance standards are met.
  • Contribute to a culture of innovation and excellence in user experience.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on mission-critical systems in the aviation industry.
  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Focus on innovation and user experience.
  • Access to modern development tools and technologies.
  • Encouragement of continuous learning and problem-solving.
Full Job Description
What You Will Do:

As part of our product engineering team, you'll work closely with our civil aviation and design teams to create mission-critical products with a top-notch user experience. You'll work on systems that reflect the real-world intricacies of air operations and build new user-facing features in React, Redux, Mapbox, and TypeScript, with everything from database models to APIs.

What We Value:
  • Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and CSS.
  • Experience building complex, map-based web applications with Mapbox, Maplibre, or Google Maps, with a focus on real-time rendering of multiple interactive features and overlays.
  • Familiarity with WebGL, WebGPU, or ThreeJS for accelerated graphics rendering and WebAssembly (WASM) for enhancing application performance.
  • A bias for action. When you see a problem, you solve it.
  • Ability to write fast, efficient, and maintainable code.
  • Strong attention to detail and a passion for great user experiences.
  • Proficient in leveraging modern LLM tools to accelerate development workflows and enhance code quality.

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