We are looking for a UI Engineer to join our team supporting our government customer located in the Washington DC metro area. This is an onsite work opportunity. U.S. Citizenship required. This is a 1 year project.
What You'll Do
Design and develop responsive, accessible UI components using React and TypeScript in alignment with federal accessibility standards (e.g., Section 508)
Translate wireframes, UX designs, and acceptance criteria into high-quality, production-ready code
Integrate RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs to deliver dynamic, data-driven user experiences
Develop and maintain unit tests using Vitest to ensure code quality, reliability, and compliance with program standards
Troubleshoot and resolve defects identified through QA testing and user feedback
Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) processes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with security, performance, and usability requirements
What You'll Bring
Minimum 6 years experience developing front-end applications using React and TypeScript
Demonstrated ability to build UI components based on wireframes and UX specifications
Experience writing unit tests for front-end applications (Vitest or similar frameworks)
Exposure to Azure applications; Azure DevOps tools
Understanding of secure coding practices and experience working in compliance-driven environments
Excellent communication (verbal) skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
U.S. Citizenship required (due to federal contract requirements)
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Ant Design, React Query, Zustand, or similar modern UI frameworks and state management tools
Experience supporting federal programs
Knowledge of accessibility standards (Section 508, WCAG)
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments within government programs
Active Public Trust or security clearance (or ability to obtain one)
Why Join Us
Contribute to high-impact federal initiatives that support critical public services
Work in a mission-driven environment focused on innovation, security, and compliance
Opportunities for professional growth and exposure to modern technologies within government programs
Collaborative team culture with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement
Synectics is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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UI Engineer
Synectics for Management Decisions Inc, Washington, District of Columbia, United States