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# Lead Front End Engineer

- **Company:** Two Six Technologies
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $200,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Component-Based Software Engineering, JIRA, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Databases, DevOps, Ember.Js, Python (Programming Language), Responsive Web Design, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, TypeScript, ReactJS, Git, Vue.js, Webpack, AngularJS, Information Technology, Build Tools, Api Design
- **Published:** September 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9158611/lead-front-end-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 7+ years practical experience in software engineering. In lieu of degree, comparable experience will be considered.
 * 5+ years of experience with component-based frameworks, e.g. Vue, Ember, React, and/or Angular
 * 4+ years of experience developing responsive web applications
 * 2+ years of experience as tech lead for an agile development team
 * Deep understanding of JavaScript, HTML, CSS
 * Experience developing with AI coding tools
 * Experience with build tools (e.g. Webpack, Vite)
 * Experience working with UI/UX Designers and Product Managers to meet customer requirements
 * Experience using Git and Jira (or similar tooling) in a development workflow

Nice If you Have:

 * 2+ years of managerial experience
 * 2+ years of experience in API development
 * Proficiency with TypeScript
 * Experience with Python and/or Java
 * Experience with AWS / DevOps infrastructure
 * Experience creating features allowing for simultaneous editing of content
 * Familiarity with SQL and databases in general

Clearance:

 * Eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain a government security clearance up to TS/SCI
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## Description

* Define and implement UI framework pieces composed of reusable components to support rapid development of new features
 * Work closely with design and other leads to implement detailed designs
 * Be comfortable developing full sections of functionality given broad requirements, including identifying and handling of edge cases and error states
 * Provide technical direction and mentoring to developers, including one-on-one time to educate and ensure success


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