Sr. Front End Developer (DC Area)

Want to work on the apps used for space capabilities and cutting-edge technologies? Yes, we said space!

Rocket Communications is an enterprise UX Design company focused on designing mission-critical applications and systems. We are seeking a DC-area Sr. Front End Developer who has an active Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility.

If you have modern framework experience and a solid understanding of key web application design principles, you might be a great fit in helping us solve some of our nation’s most complex space app user experience challenges.

We are a small company dispersed across the U.S. Our work can be challenging and complex, but our team is fun, friendly, and supportive.

This is a fully onsite role in Herndon, VA. Due to the nature of our work, this person needs to already have Active Top Secret Clearance and be eligible for SCI. They also need to be willing & able to obtain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph within a year of being hired.

About You

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  You are a strong front-end developer with 5+ years experience developing complex, intelligent, and secure web applications with modern web technologies, prioritizing client-side development.



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  You have experience with front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS, Javascript ES6+).



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  You are knowledgeable about modern frameworks such as React, Angular, and/or Vue.



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  You have experience with or a strong interest in map libraries and data visualization libraries (e.g., D3.js).



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  You understand W3C compliance.



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  You understand key web application design principles.



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  You enjoy working closely with both internal and external design teams, enjoy the UI/UX design process, and ensure the feasibility of the design, clarify ambiguous designs, and build reusable code and components.



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  You have an Active Top Secret Clearance and are eligible for SCI.



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  You are willing & able to obtain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph within a year of being hired.



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  You are willing to work onsite daily in Herndon, VA



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  You are a US Citizen who lives in the USA (due to Rocket's work with local and federal government agencies this is a firm requirement).

Bonus Points

• Expertise in at least one object-oriented programming language– ideally Go or Java– or Ruby, Python, PHP, or C++


• Understanding of government and enterprise work


• Experience in server-side development

$104,000 - $151,000 a year

The compensation package features an annual revenue bonus, contingent upon the company's financial success for the year.

Rocket Communications determines the salary range for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external and internal equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Our base salary offers are mainly determined by levels of experience.

Rocket Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Dedicated Health Advocate

• Employer Sponsored and Voluntary Supplemental Benefits

• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Flexible Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• Annual Professional Development Funds

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Discounts

Compensation

Your actual pay for this role will be based on your skills, experience, and location.

Affirmative Action & EEO Statement

Rocket Communications is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We will not discriminate against applicants or employees based on religion, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We will work to provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you need accommodation for the hiring process please apply for the role, then email us your request if selected for an introductory call. The Hiring Team will review your request and respond as soon as possible.

Please note this job posting is not designed to contain every activity, duty, or responsibility that is required of this position.