React Software Engineer

Sarasota, Florida

Job TypeDirect Hire

Compensation$140000 - $180000 / yr

Confidential Opportunity

React Software Engineer

A confidential employer in Sarasota, Florida is seeking a React Software Engineer with an active TS/SCI clearance. This role offers a competitive salary range of $140,000-$180,000 plus benefits, stock, and 401k, along with relocation support. Join a small, growing web team to build and maintain an enterprise framework.

Role Snapshot

CompanyConfidential Employer

LocationSarasota, Florida, USA

IndustryAerospace / Defense

Compensation$140,000 - $180,000 per year

Employment TypeFull Time/Direct Hire

Remote StatusNo Remote

Total Openings1

Work Experience5 - 15 years

Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to work on critical software that directly supports national security. You’ll be joining a team where your expertise in React and TypeScript will have a tangible impact from day one. The employer invests in cutting-edge web technologies and values engineers who bring a blend of technical depth and collaborative spirit.

Your work will center on building and sustaining an enterprise web framework that underpins key operations. You’ll tackle complex UI challenges, integrate with REST and GraphQL APIs, and ensure robust performance through automated testing. Every release you ship will improve the experience of end users who depend on these systems for their mission success.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with unwavering attention to security and quality. You hold an active TS/SCI clearance and have spent years honing your craft with React hooks, context, and TypeScript. You communicate clearly, welcome user feedback, and take pride in delivering polished, well-tested code. You are equally comfortable diving into monorepo management and challenging SQL queries.

If you are ready to make your mark in the aerospace and defense industry, this position offers the platform to do so. You’ll be rewarded with a strong compensation package, relocation support, and the autonomy to shape a growing web team. Apply today to start a conversation about how your skills can power the next generation of secure web applications.

Non-Negotiables

You must hold an active TS/SCI security clearance
You must have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
You have at least five years of professional experience using React 16+ with TypeScript
You bring hands-on experience with both RESTful APIs and GraphQL
You are comfortable with recent React patterns like Hooks and Context
You have experience writing tests with Jest and Cypress for unit and end-to-end coverage
You have worked with monorepos, especially using Lerna and Nx

What's In It For You

Competitive annual salary between $140,000 and $180,000 based on experience
Comprehensive benefits package including stock options and 401k
Relocation assistance is provided for the right candidate
You will work on impactful defense projects in a growing team environment
Opportunity to learn and grow with modern front-end technologies and enterprise-level challenges
The role offers stability and the chance to contribute directly to mission-critical systems

Responsibilities

You will develop, update, and maintain the enterprise web framework used across the organization
You will interact directly with users to understand their challenges and create effective solutions
You will handle the full software development lifecycle from requirements gathering through stories, development, and testing
You will collaborate with a small, growing web team where clear communication is essential
You will leverage React, TypeScript, GraphQL, and related tools to build robust applications
You will ensure code quality through unit and end-to-end testing with Jest and Cypress
You will work within a monorepo environment using Lerna and Nx for efficient code management

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Relay or Apollo for GraphQL is a strong plus
Familiarity with ETL pipelines is valued
Understanding of databases and SQL is a nice-to-have
Experience in the aerospace or defense industry is beneficial
Ability to start quickly and adapt to new challenges is highly regarded
Strong communication and teamwork skills will help you thrive

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React Software Engineer

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