Front End UI Developer (SC or DV Clearance req'd)

Romsey

1 week ago

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Our client, a leading organisation in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Front End UI Developer with SC or DV clearance for a contract position based in Romsey, Gloucester, or Woking. This role requires a minimum of one day per week at a Roke office and one day per week client-side working, with occasional travel required to the customer site.

Key Responsibilities:

Designing and developing modern, responsive front end interfaces using React and TypeScript

Building real-time, data-driven features using technologies such as WebSockets or SignalR

Collaborating with full stack engineers, architects, and end users to shape requirements and deliver top-notch digital experiences

Contributing to the design and evolution of front end architecture, ensuring scalability, usability, and maintainability

Integrating UI components with APIs, data stores, and existing backend services

Writing clean, secure, well-tested code following modern engineering practices

Participating in agile ceremonies including stand-ups, sprint planning, demos, and refinement sessions

Collaborating with user researchers to understand user needs and translate them into elegant technical solutions

Supporting containerised and orchestrated environments as part of the wider platform ecosystem

Documenting work effectively using appropriate standards, tools, and prototyping methods

Job Requirements:

A passion for creating clean, usable, and engaging interfaces

Confidence collaborating across teams and engaging directly with users

A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a drive for innovation and ownership

Curiosity to understand the wider business and technical domain

Ability to learn "just in time" to adopt cutting-edge new technologies and paradigms

Prior exposure to defence or national security environments is advantageous but not essential

Core Front End Skills:

Proficiency in JavaScript

Experience with front end frameworks such as React, Vue.js, or AngularJS

Useful / Modern Front End Engineering Skills:

Experience with Node.js (for tooling, SSR, or full stack JavaScript)

Understanding of web servers/reverse proxies such as Nginx or Caddy

Experience with containerisation tools such as Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes

Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure

Basic scripting skills in Bash or PowerShell

Basic understanding of relational or NoSQL databases

If you are an experienced Front End UI Developer looking for a new contract opportunity in the defence and security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team and contribute to cutting-edge projects

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