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
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