Lead UI Software Engineer
NPAworldwideAbout the role
Job Description
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/TypeScript 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 field
8+ years of relevant UI software development experience along with leadership
Strong experience with JavaScript or TypeScript, 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 skills
US CITIZENSHIP
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Java or Python
Experience with Spring Boot, Redux, WebGL, or OpenGL
Experience 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 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/TypeScript 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 field
8+ years of relevant UI software development experience along with leadership
Strong experience with JavaScript or TypeScript, 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 skills
US CITIZENSHIP
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Java or Python
Experience with Spring Boot, Redux, WebGL, or OpenGL
Experience 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.
Salary Type : Annual Salary
Salary Min : $ 150000
Salary Max : $ 175000
Currency Type : USD
Responsibilities
- Design and develop modern, responsive front-end web applications using JavaScript/TypeScript 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
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related technical field
- 8+ years of relevant UI software development experience along with leadership
- Strong experience with JavaScript or TypeScript, 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 skills
- US CITIZENSHIP
Skills mentioned
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