Lead UI Software Engineer
Job in
Reston, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20193, USA
Listed on 2026-10-16
Listing for:
Affinity Executive Search
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-16
Job specializations:
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Software Development
Front End Developer, Full Stack Developer, Software Engineer, React.js
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking a talented Lead UI Software Developer with a strong foundation in computer science and an eye for thoughtful UI/UX design.
You will lead a team of 5 developers and designers.
Youll build sophisticated web applications for simulation and optimization software that models complex physical systems.
Youll work alongside Research Scientists and Software Engineers on small, highly collaborative teams, contributing throughout the development lifecyclefrom concept and prototyping through visualization, implementation, testing, and deployment.
This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging problems where software, science, and design intersect.
Team members have broad ownership and the flexibility to apply their strengths while developing new skills.
What Youll Do Design and develop modern, responsive front-end web applications using JavaScript/Type Script and React Create intuitive interfaces for complex scientific and engineering applications
Develop data visualizations and interactive tools that help users understand complex models and results
Collaborate with software engineers and research scientists to translate technical requirements into effective user experiences
Prototype, test, troubleshoot, and optimize applications for performance, security, and usability
Contribute across the full software development lifecycle, from early concepts through deployment
Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related technical field8+ years of relevant UI software development experience along with leadership
Strong experience with JavaScript or Type Script, React, HTML, and CSS Experience developing front-end web applications
Experience with UI/UX design or a strong understanding of user-centered design principles
Excellent written and verbal communication skillsUS CITIZENSHIPPreferred Qualifications
Experience with Java or Python
Experience with Spring Boot, Redux, WebGL, or OpenGLExperience building interfaces for data-intensive, scientific, or engineering applications
Experience with front-end testing and mocking frameworks
Understanding of REST APIs, back-end development, and relational or document databases
Experience optimizing web applications for performance, responsiveness, and security ACTIVE SECRET OR TOP SECRET CLEARANCEWhy This Role If you enjoy solving difficult problems, building polished user experiences, and working alongside people who are pushing the boundaries of science and technology, this role offers the opportunity to have meaningful technical ownership from concept to deployment.
Qualifications:
What Youll Do Design and develop modern, responsive front-end web applications using JavaScript/Type Script and React Create intuitive interfaces for complex scientific and engineering applications
Develop data visualizations and interactive tools that help users understand complex models and results
Collaborate with software engineers and research scientists to translate technical requirements into effective user experiences
Prototype, test, troubleshoot, and optimize applications for performance, security, and usability
Contribute across the full software development lifecycle, from early concepts through deployment
Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related technical field8+ years of relevant UI software development experience along with leadership
Strong experience with JavaScript or Type Script, React, HTML, and CSS Experience developing front-end web applications
Experience with UI/UX design or a strong understanding of user-centered design principles
Excellent written and verbal communication skillsUS CITIZENSHIPPreferred Qualifications
Experience with Java or Python
Experience with Spring Boot, Redux, WebGL, or OpenGLExperience building interfaces for data-intensive, scientific, or engineering applications
Experience with front-end testing and mocking frameworks
Understanding of REST APIs, back-end development, and relational or document databases
Experience optimizing web applications for performance, responsiveness, and security ACTIVE SECRET OR TOP SECRET CLEARANCE Why is This a Great Opportunity:
We are seeking a talented Lead UI Software Developer with a strong foundation in computer science and an eye for thoughtful UI/UX design.
You will lead a team of 5 developers and designers.
Youll build sophisticated web applications for simulation and optimization software that models complex physical systems.
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