Senior Software Engineer - Front End UI/UX Developer
Job Category: Information Technology
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
The Opportunity:
CACI is seeking a Senior Software Engineer - Front End UI/UX Developer to join our team of technical experts supporting the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Headquarters, Chief Technology Officer Directorate (CTOD), Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technology (AI/ET) initiative. This team works with a federal workforce staff of technical experts for high-visibility, department-wide AI initiatives.
The ideal candidate will have current experience and excel at developing exceptional user interfaces for modern web and AI applications as part of a technically diverse and geographically disbursed team. Significant professional Front-End development experience with deep expertise in React along with strong CSS skills is a must. Competitive candidates will have substantial experience in working in agile, collaborative engineering teams using modern engineering tools.
This is a remote work eligible position.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Develop and maintain user interfaces for web applications.
Developing, testing, and maintaining custom Front-End applications using React.
Implementing UI components with a strong focus on usability and accessibility utilizing design systems such as USWDS and Fluent AI.
Collaborating and working effectively with a cross-functional team of designers, engineers, and functional resources.
Following team development practices and workflows in a modern CI/CD engineering environment.
Collaborating with data scientists and AI researchers to create new user interfaces and functionality for AI applications.
Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
Conduct code reviews and maintain code quality standards.
Participating as part of an agile team and following agile delivery processes from sprint planning to standups to retrospectives.
Staying current with the latest advancements in AI technologies, tools, and best practices.
Qualifications:
Required:
Ability to obtain DoD Security Clearance.
Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry On Duty (EOD) - Active EOD preferred.
BA/BS in Computer Science or related field and 10 years' relevant experience. Experience may be substituted for education.
Minimum of 5 years of active and current experience in web application development
Strong individual contributor with continuous, hands-on coding experience, spending approximately 80% of their time writing code
Deep expertise as a Front-End developer using React.js to build compelling user interfaces for web applications.
Proficient in React and TypeScript.
Desired:
Experience with a dynamic language/platform (e.g., Python, Node.js, Ruby, PHP) is a plus, especially if it involves backend or full-stack development.
Familiarity with multiple additional software developer languages including, but not limited to: JavaScript, etc.
Experience in applying design systems such as USWDS and Fluent UI.
Experience in developing user interfaces for accessibility (including 508 requirements) and usability.
Strong experience developing within VSCode for development and workflows and using GitLab to manage source control with GitLab pipelines.
Ability to work with cloud services and platforms (Azure or AWS) with a preference for working knowledge of Azure development and AI hosting infrastructure.
Ability to work with Data Scientist teams to develop user interfaces for AI/ML, Big Data, or BI web applications.
Ability to work independently on a complex task with little direction and management oversight.
Experience working with Python desirable for working with Full-Stack engineers on development and scripting.
Experience developing web applications that use Azure services to support AI solutions such as Azure OpenAI.
Experience with Docker and building and deploying applications in Kubernetes containers.
Experience and knowledge of AI/ML deployments on Azure.
Familiarity with other front-end tools or Python frameworks.
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Your potential is limitless. So is ours.
Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)
Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .
Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$114,600-$252,100
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
