Software Engineer

Job Description AV PRIME contract is seeking a Software Engineer Level 2 to work as part of a small and exciting development team. As a Software Engineer 2, you will develop, maintain, and optimize user interfaces using Node, ReactJS, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3, collaborating closely with team members in an Agile environment to create user-friendly web applications that meet mission needs. Responsibilities Translate wireframes, mockups, and prototypes into functional, responsive, and scalable user interfaces. Collaborate with mission customers and government leadership to capture requirements and recommend product enhancements. Ensure UI design is consistent with established design principles and usability standards. Utilize UI libraries, frameworks, and components to streamline development and enhance reusability. Perform testing across approved browsers to ensure a seamless user experience. Debug and troubleshoot UI issues, actively seeking opportunities to improve the interface. Engage in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to maintain high‑quality code. Identify and implement performance optimizations to enhance overall user experience. Qualifications Fourteen (14) years’ experience as a Software Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline, or four (4) years of additional experience on projects with similar software processes. Experience designing high‑performance web‑based graph visualization interfaces capable of rendering large‑scale datasets while maintaining responsiveness. Strong UI development skills using ReactJS and automated JavaScript test frameworks (ESLint and Jest). Experience gathering user needs, creating wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and user stories, translating them into clean, reusable, scalable frontend code. Strong experience developing and maintaining scalable server‑side applications and microservices using Node.js and Express.js. Proven ability to design, implement, and consume well‑structured, secure, and documented RESTful APIs. Proficiency with GitLab for version control, CI/CD pipelines, and project management. Knowledge of Section 508/WCAG accessibility standards and implementation. Experience with containers (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes, Helm). Ability to work independently on a small team, taking ownership of tasks and managing development timelines. Exceptional communication and presentation skills, including experience in a SAFe environment and the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences. Desired Skills Scrum Lead experience and certification. Familiarity with Node and ReactJS packages such as Babel, nwsapi, Winston, graphology, ag‑grid, and sigma. Additional Information Work performed in a contractor facility in Annapolis Junction. Both low and high side access. Potential for partial telework (upon program approval). Salary Range $125,000.00 - $270,000.00 (AV pay range for this job level is a general guideline only; official compensation is determined by several factors). ITAR Requirement This position requires access to information that is subject to ITAR and/or EAR compliance. Applicants will be asked to provide documents to verify U.S. person status. Some positions may require current U.S. citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and paid holiday shutdown. EEO/AA Statement AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr