Web Application Developer - Defense; Front-End Eng

Washington, United States | Posted on 10/01/2026

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AI Talent Now job # ZR 108

This dynamic client is helping the world's most important institutions use their data to solve their most urgent problems. Their software lets our customers integrate and analyze all of their data so they can answer questions that they couldn't before. From delivering disaster relief to building safer automobiles, they are honored to help make their partners better at their most important work.

Together with their customers, they are building the future of national security, healthcare, energy, finance, manufacturing, and more. And they need bright minds from worldwide to help them.

• I nvolves AI implementation, satellite mapping, and re-platforming efforts.

Has built complex frontend applications (e.g., data-intensive UIs, real-time collaborative tools, mapping/visualization, or systems where multiple apps interact)

Has built complex frontend applications (e.g., data-intensive UIs, real-time collaborative tools, mapping/visualization, or systems where multiple apps interact)

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Owned / shipped projects or features independently through the full product lifecycle (design → ship → maintain)

Owned / shipped projects or features independently through the full product lifecycle (design → ship → maintain)

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Education

BS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

BS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

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Must be a U.S. Citizen eligible to obtain a security clearance
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Must be a U.S. Citizen eligible to obtain a security clearance
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Baseline

Seniority

2 - 5 years of experience of frontend or full-stack software engineering experience with strong CS fundamentals

Experience at a Big Tech company or high-bar startup

Experience at a Big Tech company or high-bar startup

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Strong proficiency in React, Type Script, and Java Script

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Based in or willing to relocate to Washington, D.C.

Based in or willing to relocate to Washington, D.C.

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Nice-to-have

Experience or strong interest in defense or government technology.

Experience or strong interest in defense or government technology.

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Founder experience, significant open-source contributions, or strong extracurricular involvement (campus clubs, hackathons, side projects)

Founder experience, significant open-source contributions, or strong extracurricular involvement (campus clubs, hackathons, side projects)

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Compensation and Logistics

• Salary range: $135k to $200k, depending on experience and impact.
• Locations:
  New York, D.C., Palo Alto; primarily onsite, with some flexibility for remote work.

Timeline and Urgency

• Interview process typically spans 3-4 weeks, with efforts to expedite if needed.
• Initial pre-screen, followed by technical and behavioral interviews.

Seeking front-end engineers who can lead and handle complex systems integration.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong communication and ownership; interested in solving complex problems.
• Technical curiosity and ability to strategize are highly valued.

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