Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

Web-based User Interface Software Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab$100K — $245K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 3 years of experience in Web-based User Interface development using Typescript and React
  • Familiarity with modern tools and practices including Git, Jira, and Agile Scrum
  • Experience with the DevSecOps software development cycle
  • Proven success in large code base collaboration
  • Strong critical thinking and communication skills
  • Ability to obtain a Secret level security clearance, U.S. citizenship required

Responsibilities

  • Develop Web-based User Interfaces for military planning tools
  • Coordinate with backend developers for seamless integration
  • Ensure codebase quality through reviews and tests
  • Collaborate with Human System Engineers during design and implementation
  • Maintain documentation for software processes

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on advanced military planning tools
  • Collaborative environment fostering innovation
  • Chance to impact defense strategies
  • Access to sophisticated tools for design and development
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Web-based User Interface Software Engineer for the Multi-Mission Planning Development Group in the Air and Missile Defense Sector (AMDS). We apply expertise and use sophisticated tools to lead the design, prototyping, development, analysis, evaluation, and transition of advanced mission planning systems for multiple sponsors to support multiple warfighter missions and multi-echelon planning needs in support of revolutionizing the art of defense.

Our software engineers collaborate within and across teams to encourage and support innovation. You will contribute to the development of one or more large codebases that are evolving to leverage modern software techniques to support a wide variety of challenges. This is a unique opportunity to dive deep into both software engineering and mission planning while using your skills to design, develop, and test User Interfaces for military planning tools associated with air and missile defense (AMD).

As a Web-based User Interface Software Engineer, you will...
  • Carry out Web-based User Interface development for military planning tools, prototypes, and analysis systems
  • Coordinate with backend developers from other project teams to integrate system capabilities
  • Maintain codebase quality by taking part in code reviews and by writing software tests and documentation
  • Interact with Human System Engineers, as required, during feature design, implementation, and review

Note: This job summary and listing of duties is for the purpose of describing the position and its essential functions at time of hire and may change over time. A coding sample will be requested of all applicants.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
  • Possess a BS degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent or equivalent years of experience
  • Have 3 years of experience in Web-based User Interface development using Typescript and React
  • Use modern software development tools and practices including Git, Jira, and Agile Scrum
  • Have experience with the DevSecOps software development cycle
  • Have demonstrated success working with large code bases in a team environment
  • Have excellent critical thinking, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
  • Possess a MS or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent
  • Have 5 or more years of experience in frontend web development using Typescript and React
  • Have experience developing backends using Python
  • Have written frontend tests with Jest and/or Cypress
  • Have developed and maintained Gitlab CI/CD pipelines
  • Have used the Material UI component library
  • Have containerized new and existing software using Docker and Podman
  • Have proven success working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
  • Hold an active Top Secret level security clearance

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Minimum Rate

$100,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$245,000 Annually

About Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a research and development organization that provides solutions to national security and scientific challenges. The laboratory was founded in 1942 and is located in Laurel, Maryland. APL is a division of the Johns Hopkins University and is a not-for-profit organization. The laboratory has expertise in a variety of areas, including space exploration, national security, and healthcare.
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