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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Front End Developer - **Company:** System High Corporation - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $145,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Application Layers, JIRA, Unit Testing, Bash Shell, Code Generation, Serialization, Data Structures, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Node.Js, Scrum Methodology, Software Tools, Next.js, Software Engineering, TypeScript, Web Application Frameworks, Scripting, GitHub Copilot, ReactJS, Large Language Models, Test Scripts, Backend, Front End Software Development - **Published:** July 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17553516?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17553516%2FFront-End-Developer-Virginia-Chantilly ## About the Role * Experience: 3 to 5 years of professional software engineering experience dedicated to modern frontend frameworks. * Core Stack: Strong proficiency in React, Next.js, and TypeScript, with a deep understanding of component design patterns and responsive layouts. * Technical Autonomy: Proven ability to step outside the UI sandbox-basic scripting capabilities (e.g., Node.js, Python, or Bash) to handle local dev environments, automate workflows, or parse data. * Modern AI Workflows: Demonstrated familiarity with AI-prompting and AI-assisted development tools for code generation, documentation, and troubleshooting, with the critical thinking skills to validate and optimize the output. * Remote Competency: Excellent written communication and asynchronous collaboration skills, with a track record of driving initiatives forward independently. * Agile Execution: Actively participate in all Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Backlog Grooming, and Retrospectives), providing accurate effort estimations and technical insights. * Iterative Delivery: Break down complex frontend feature requests into manageable, well-defined user stories and technical tasks that support consistent sprint velocity. Desired Qualifications * Design-to-Code Agility: Experience working as a "design engineer" or closely with design systems, capable of taking high-level UI briefs and executing them with minimal micro-management or reliance on hyper-detailed design files. * Advanced Scripting: Familiarity with writing automation for CI/CD pipelines, build configurations, or testing scripts. * Emerging Tech Familiarity: Exposure to or interest in interfacing apps with LLM endpoints, vector embeddings, or intelligent application layers. * Tools & Stewardship: Experience utilizing project management and issue-tracking tools (like Jira or Linear) to self-manage tasks, document technical implementation details, and maintain transparency across a distributed team. ## Description System High Corporation delivers advanced protection and secrecy solutions to secure and strengthen critical missions, programs, and intelligence activities. We support some of the nation's most sensitive efforts, and our team plays a direct role in protecting what matters most., Positioned comfortably above market average for mid-level engineers, this role values execution speed, architectural ownership, and technical adaptability over raw years of legacy tenure. You will own the application layer end-to-end, translating design concepts into seamless production features while using scripting and AI-assisted engineering tools (such as GitHub Copilot or Cursor) to multiply your daily output. If you are a proactive problem solver who thrives at the intersection of clean UI architecture and modern developer workflows, this position offers the runway and autonomy to make a massive impact. You will operate within a streamlined Agile/Scrum environment, where clear communication and iterative delivery are central to our execution strategy., * Application Ownership: Own the frontend codebase end-to-end, managing framework routing, robust state management, build tooling, performance, and accessibility. * Rapid UI Scaffolding: Translate design frameworks and functional requirements into polished, high-performance web applications with exceptional velocity. * Workflow Optimization: Actively integrate AI development tools into your daily workflow to accelerate boilerplate creation, unit testing, and debugging, serving as an internal model for engineering efficiency. * Cross-Functional Bridging: Write utility scripts to automate repetitive UI tasks, data formatting, and local environment setups, reducing dependence on backend and DevOps teams. * API Integration: Securely and efficiently interface with backend APIs, managing complex data structures and payload serialization with confidence. * Agile Execution: Actively participate in all Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Backlog Grooming, and Retrospectives), providing accurate effort estimations and technical insights. * Iterative Delivery: Break down complex frontend feature requests into manageable, well-defined user stories and technical tasks that support consistent sprint velocity., * This job description is not designed to cover or contain all job duties required of the employee. There may be additional activities, duties and/or responsibilities that are required for this position that are not listed in this job description. * In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. * System High is a Military friendly employer. Our extensive work on behalf of the U.S. government offers those who have served in uniform an opportunity to continue to serve their country in a new and exciting way while enjoying a successful civilian career. * System High values the power and strength of diverse backgrounds on the culture and performance of our company. We strive to maintain an inclusive culture to encourage each employee to bring themselves to the mission. * System High Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. * If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with us, please email recruiting@systemhigh.com. * Legal notices can be viewed on the following PDFs: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; EPPA Notice; FMLA Notice ## Related Videos - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [But, you're not Facebook](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/378-but-you-re-not-facebook) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) - [Integrate your Cognitive Assistant with 3rd-party DBs and software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/249-integrate-your-cognitive-assistant-with-3rd-party-dbs-and-software) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference Between Frontend and Backend Development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/240-what-s-the-difference-between-frontend-and-backend-development) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [The Best 7 Frontend Frameworks for Developers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/400-the-best-7-frontend-frameworks-for-developers-in-2025) - [25 Essential Tools for Front End Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/210-25-essential-tools-for-front-end-developers) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [React Developer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/198-react-developer-salary-2023)