Lead Full Stack Developer

Are you ready to take on complex DoD projects and lead the development of innovative command and control software? Hypergiant is looking for a talented Lead Full Stack Developer to join our agile delivery teams. You will be instrumental in building a cloud-based command and control system that integrates existing capabilities and enhances mission planning and execution through automation.

What You’ll Do:

-Lead Development: Spearhead the development of a React-based web application, ensuring best practices, coding standards, and design patterns are followed.
-Collaborate: Work closely with developers, designers, project managers, product owners, and partner organizations.
-Communicate: Estimate tasks, track progress, and manage client expectations within timelines.
-Full Lifecycle Involvement: Participate in requirement gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment using an agile, iterative process.
-Code Reviews: Conduct code reviews and ensure code quality with effective testing strategies.
-Optimize Performance: Enhance application performance and ensure seamless integration with backend systems.
-Reusable Components: Contribute to the development and maintenance of reusable component libraries and shared codebase.
-Mentorship: Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
-Stay Updated: Keep up-to-date with the latest trends, technologies, and frameworks in front-end development and backend integration.

Required Experience:

-Extensive Experience: At least 10+ years of professional full stack web development experience (6+ with a STEM B.S.), focusing on React. Experience with other JavaScript frameworks is a plus.
-Technical Skills: Proficient in developing organized, accessible, and performant apps using JavaScript, advanced CSS, and HTML. Skilled in building complex React applications and understanding application architecture, asynchronous programming, closures, types, and ES6.
-Leadership: Proven experience in managing, mentoring, and coaching development teams in an Agile environment.
-Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with cloud platforms and deployment strategies (cloud architect or operations certification is a plus).
-Version Control: Proficient with Git and collaborative development workflows.
-Build & Test Tools: Experience managing robust build and test tools and implementing workflow automations (e.g., Jest, Rollup, Webpack, Babel).
-Database Technologies: Experience with SQL, NoSQL, and messaging systems (e.g., RabbitMQ, Apache Kafka).
-Security Clearance: Must be a US Citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance.

Preferred Experience:

-Dependency Auditing: Experience auditing third-party dependencies in the React ecosystem.
-Portfolio: A portfolio of past projects with code samples or GitHub links.
-CSS in JS: Experience with CSS in JS solutions such as Styled Components or Emotion.
-WebGL Libraries: Familiarity with WebGL libraries (e.g., ThreeJS, Deck.gl, Mapbox GL JS).
-Architecture Decisions: Ability to make effective architecture decisions and document them clearly.
-UI Implementation: Attention to detail in user interface implementation.
-State Management: Experience with state management libraries like Redux or React Context API.
-TypeScript: Experience with TypeScript or other statically-typed languages.
-SSR: Familiarity with server-side rendering (SSR) and isomorphic/universal JavaScript.
-Responsive Design: Knowledge of responsive web design and cross-browser compatibility techniques.
-Active Security Clearance: Preferred but not required.

Clearance Information:

This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Non-US citizens may not be eligible. More information can be found on the US Department of State government website.

Benefits:

-Unlimited Paid Time Off: Enjoy flexible vacation policies.
-Paid Holidays: 14 paid company holidays.
-Parental Leave: Paid maternity/paternity leave.
-Flexible Work Environment: Options for remote work.
-Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
-Savings Accounts: Optional HSA and FSA.
-Life Insurance: Complimentary life insurance.
-Professional Development: Reimbursement for personal and professional growth.
-Disability Insurance: Short term and long term disability insurance.
-Retirement Plan: 401k with matching.
-Diversity & Inclusion: Active initiatives to promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Salary Range:

The salary range outlines the minimum and maximum targets for new hire salaries across US locations. Individual compensation is influenced by factors like expertise, skills, experience, and education. Note that this information pertains to base salary and excludes bonuses, equity, or benefits. An extra allowance may be awarded for roles requiring an active US Security Clearance.

Hypergiant Industries is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. Apply now to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing command and control technology. Learn more at hypergiant.com.