Frontend Software Engineer – Defense Applications

Fuze HR Solutions is recruiting for a leading technology company seeking a Frontend Software Engineer to join a team developing mission-critical applications supporting the U.S. defense and national security community. U.S. Secret clearance required or eligibility to obtain. This is an opportunity to build sophisticated software used in operational environments where performance, reliability, and ease of use are critical. You’ll develop interactive, data-rich applications that help users visualize complex information, monitor real-time activity, collaborate, prioritize alerts, and make informed decisions. This is more than traditional web development. You’ll have meaningful ownership of projects from understanding the user need and designing a solution through development, deployment, and ongoing improvement. What You'll Do Build sophisticated frontend applications and workflows using React, TypeScript, and JavaScript Develop interactive data visualizations, geospatial experiences, and real-time collaborative features Create intuitive user interfaces for complex, data-heavy workflows Take ownership of features from initial concept and prototyping through production and long-term maintenance Work across frontend applications, APIs, data schemas, and supporting systems Solve challenging problems involving application performance, user experience, rendering, and system design Collaborate closely with users, designers, backend engineers, and other technical teams Work directly with users to understand operational needs and translate them into effective software solutions What We're Looking For 2–5 years of frontend or full-stack software engineering experience Strong professional experience with React, TypeScript, and JavaScript Experience building complex frontend applications, rather than primarily marketing websites or basic CRUD applications Demonstrated experience taking meaningful software features from concept through production Strong computer science fundamentals, including algorithms, performance, and systems design Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance Currently located in the Washington, D.C. area Ability and willingness to work onsite 4–5 days per week Preferred Qualifications Experience in any of the following areas is a plus: Defense, government, or national security technology Geospatial or mapping applications Data visualization Real-time software or collaborative applications Mission-critical software High-growth technology companies or startups Open-source software contributions Hackathons or substantial technical side projects Experience working directly with end users to develop software solutions What You'll Get $135,000–$200,000 base salary, depending on experience Equity compensation Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits The opportunity to build software with a direct impact on national security missions Significant ownership over products and features throughout the entire development lifecycle The opportunity to work alongside highly talented engineers and technical teams Why Work with Fuze HR? At Fuze HR, we connect talented professionals with some of the top companies in the U.S. We offer weekly pay via direct deposit, a supportive office team, and a genuine commitment to your success. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply online today! Fuze HR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.