> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2677420-software-engineer-front-end-d-i-solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2677420-software-engineer-front-end-d-i-solutions). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer, Front-end - D&I Solutions - **Company:** Planet Labs PBC - **Location:** New York, NY, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $172,000.0 - $215,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Component-Based Software Engineering, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Code Review, Continuous Integration, Data Visualization, Web Development, Hardware Design, Responsive Web Design, Software Engineering, TypeScript, Data Processing, ReactJS, Backend, Information Technology, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs - **Published:** September 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/planetlabs/jobs/8143129 ## About the Role * 10+ years of relevant work experience developing web applications. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or other relevant field. * Proficiency with React and component-based architecture. * Experience with JavaScript or TypeScript. * Ability to lead feature implementation from discovery through deployment. * Ability to improve team capabilities through code reviews and knowledge sharing. * Experience mentoring teammates on Front End best practices. * Professional working proficiency in English, the language of the company. * Experience with state management and data fetching in frontend applications. * Experience working with REST APIs. * Deep understanding of HTML, CSS, and responsive design. What Makes You Stand Out: * Experience with monorepo tooling or large-scale frontend architectures. * Experience with mapping libraries or data visualization tools. * Experience with modern testing frameworks and CI/CD practices and leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity. * Background in geospatial technologies, remote sensing, or the defense and intelligence sector. ## Description Lead frontend development for a satellite-data monitoring application serving defense and intelligence customers. Design and implement React and TypeScript features, guide frontend architecture, contribute to backend APIs, mentor engineers through reviews and technical discussions, and collaborate with product managers and designers. Own feature delivery from discovery through deployment while improving state management, data fetching, component design, testing, and frontend best practices., The Global Monitoring Service (GMS) App Team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the development of our application's frontend. We are looking for an individual who can contribute deep technical expertise and provide mentorship to ensure adherence to frontend best practices. The GMS App Team is responsible for providing a customized application for Defense & Intelligence customers from around the world. This application provides daily, near-real time monitoring and analytic insights on customer-defined sites built atop Planet's satellite data. This is a full-time, remote position based in the United States. If located near an office, you are expected to work from that office 3 days per week. Impact You'll Own: * Design and implement frontend features. * Develop and maintain frontend applications using React and TypeScript. * Mentor other engineers through code reviews and technical discussions. * Contribute to backend systems and APIs as needed, with a primary focus on frontend ownership * Drive architectural decisions impacting the frontend, including component design and state management patterns. * Collaborate with product managers and designers to deliver solutions. ## Related Videos - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [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) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [React Developer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/198-react-developer-salary-2023) - [16 Best Free React UI Libraries in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/148-16-best-free-react-ui-libraries-in-2025) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)