Front-End Software Engineer
Grvty
Chantilly, VA · $165k–$235k a year · Posted October 26, 2026
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About the job
What Impact You'll Have
Join GRVTY’s mission-focused team as a Front-End Software Engineer, where you’ll help design and deliver modern web-based applications supporting national security customers. You’ll work on mission systems that enable operators to process, analyze and act on large-scale data in time-sensitive environments.
In this role, you’ll contribute across the front-end stack, developing user-facing applications and intuitive, responsive interfaces to help deliver scalable, secure, mission-driven software solutions.
What You'll be Owning
Design, develop and maintain front-end web applications supporting mission systems.
Develop interactive, responsive user interfaces using modern front-end technologies such as Vue.js, Cesium, AG-Grid, HTML5 Canvas, Websocket and TypeScript
Collaborate with systems engineers, UI/UX designers and mission partners to create mission critical technical solutions.
Troubleshoot and resolve front-end application performance and usability issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Integrate front-end applications with backend services and RESTful APIs
Support demonstrations and user engagement to ensure solutions meet mission needs.
What You Must Have
Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain a CI Poly.
Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience developing front-end web applications using JavaScript or TypeScript, and modern frameworks such as Vue.js, React or Angular
Experience integrating front-end applications with RESTful APIs and backend services
Experience working in collaborative, cross-functional engineering teams.
What Would be Nice to Have
Familiarity with AG-Grid, Cesium, HTML5 Canvas, Websocket, Keycloak and Elasticsearch/Kibana.
Experience with back end technologies such as Java and Spring Boot.
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes and ArgoCD.
Familiarity with UI/UX design principles, accessibility and usability best practices.
Experience working in AWS or other cloud environments.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
Experience supporting mission systems or national security customers.
Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications. We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.
Virginia Pay Range $165,000 — $235,000 USD
Why Choose GRVTY
The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.
We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.
At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Award Programs
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events
EEO Statement
GRVTY, 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, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.
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