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Job#: 3031199
Job Description:
Apex Systems is seeking a Software Engineer - Front-End Developer based out of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Software Engineer - Front-End Developer
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico (On-site)
Employment Type: Contract to Perm
Role Overview
We are seeking a Front-End Software Engineer for an engagement focused on supporting a space ground system transitioning from a prototype into full operations. This role is for engineers who excel at writing clean, maintainable code and delivering features against defined requirements. This is an implementation-focused position, not a system-design or architecture role. Candidates should have a strong background in mission-critical or operational environments.
Key Responsibilities

• Implement front-end features based on defined system requirements and architectural designs.
• Develop, enhance, and maintain user-facing components for a complex ground system.
• Collaborate with back-end engineers, system architects, and integration teams to deliver cohesive functionality.
• Translate UI/UX designs and requirements into performant, testable code.
• Participate in feature-level design discussions and code reviews.
• Contribute to incremental improvements, bug fixes, and enhancements.
• Support integration and testing activities as features are delivered.
• Work within Agile or hybrid development teams executing against established plans.

Required Qualifications
Clearance: An active Top Secret (TS) U.S. Security Clearance is required to start, with the ability to obtain SCI eligibility post-start.
Experience: 5+ years of professional software development experience with a focus on front-end or full-stack implementation. Experience with ground-to-space or space-to-ground systems and prior work in mission-critical or operational environments are necessary.
Technical Skills: Strong experience with modern front-end technologies and frameworks (e.g., React, Angular). Proficiency in consuming APIs and integrating with back-end services. Solid understanding of foundational Computer Science principles, object-oriented design, and software patterns.
Preferred Qualifications

• An active TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance.
• Experience developing with Astro UX or similar mission visualization tools.
• Prior work on government, aerospace, or defense programs.
• Familiarity with Java, C++, Python, JavaScript frameworks (e.g., REACT), Spring Framework, REST, and OpenAPI.
• Experience using dependency management and automation services such as Maven, Gradle, Git, or Jenkins.
• Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Knowledge of DevSecOps, CI/CD, and test-driven development (TDD).

Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this position is $126,000.00 to $217,000.00 annually. A comprehensive benefits package is available to eligible employees.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.