Senior Software Engineer

Worker Type

Regular

The primary role of the Senior Software Engineer is to design and develop modern, high-performance web applications that support mission-critical systems. This role focuses on building scalable frontend and backend solutions, visualizing large-scale datasets, and improving user experience in complex operational environments. You’ll work across the full stack in an Agile team, collaborating with end users and stakeholders to deliver reliable, impactful software.

• Build high-performance, scalable web-based visualization interfaces using React and Java Script
• Design and maintain backend microservices and RESTful APIs using Node.js and Express.js
• Translate wireframes, mockups, and user stories into clean, reusable, and accessible frontend code
• Implement accessibility best practices in alignment with Section 508 and WCAG standards
• Debug UI/UX issues and optimize frontend and application performance
• Collaborate closely with end users to gather feedback and improve product functionality
• Use Git Lab for version control, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile project workflows
• Support containerized deployments using Docker and Kubernetes

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum of 12 years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing frontend applications using ReactJS
• Experience building or supporting graph visualization tools handling large datasets
• Hands‑on experience with automated JavaScript testing frameworks such as eslint and jest
• Strong backend development experience using Node.js and RESTful APIs
• Proficiency with Git Lab CI/CD workflows and Agile or Scrum development methodologies
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

• Experience serving as a Scrum Lead or contributing within SAFe environments
• Familiarity with JavaScript libraries and packages such as babel, nwsapi, winston, graphology, ag‑grid, and sigma
• Experience authoring technical documentation and system overviews
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior developers or lead small development teams

$180,000 – $200,000

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract‑specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity, as well as alignment with market data.

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This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.

Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Aero Vironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Aero Vironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.

See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:

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