Front End Developer, Assoc. Principal w/ Poly

BigBear.ai
United States, Maryland, Annapolis Junction
Jan 16, 2026
Overview Front-End Software Engineer Location: Annapolis Junction, MD (On-Site) Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly Are you ready to make a real impact on mission-critical operations? BigBear.ai is seeking a Front-End Software Engineer to join our dynamic and innovative team in Annapolis Junction, MD. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to develop cutting-edge tools and solutions that directly enhance the CNO mission. Your work will empower analysts and operators with scalable data visualizations, task automation, and workflow improvements-all while collaborating with a team that values craftsmanship, creativity, and attention to detail. If you're passionate about creating user-centric solutions, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to see your work make a tangible difference, we want to hear from you! What you will do Collaborate with analysts and operators to understand their unique UI needs and challenges. Design, develop, and maintain user-facing web applications for data visualization, task automation, and workflow optimization. Take ownership of projects, driving them from concept to completion with minimal supervision. Architect and implement scalable, high-performance front-end solutions that align with mission objectives. Continuously improve and optimize existing codebases to ensure maintainability and performance. Work closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for innovation and tool optimization. What you need to have Experience: 12+ years of technical experience and a B.S. in a technical discipline (or 4 additional years in lieu of a degree). Clearance: TS/SCI with Poly (required). Technical Expertise: Proficiency in front-end technologies, particularly the React ecosystem, for building user interfaces. Strong understanding of scalable, maintainable, and high-performance front-end architectures (e.g., state management, responsive design). Familiarity with modern version control (Git) and DevOps tools, including containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). Mindset: A problem-solving attitude, adaptability, and a passion for delivering high-quality, user-focused solutions. Mission-Driven: A proven ability to quickly learn and adapt to the unique challenges of the CNO mission. What we'd like you to have Advanced knowledge of the React ecosystem (e.g., Vite, Tanstack Query, Tailwind CSS, Redux). Experience with data visualization libraries (e.g., Chart.js, D3.js, Recharts). Familiarity with relational databases (MySQL, SQLite, Postgres) and Elasticsearch. Exposure to Django, WebSockets, Redis, and real-time data handling frameworks. Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Linux (CentOS/RHEL), and cloud services (S3, EC2, RDS). Prior experience in CNO or XP/Agile software development. Knowledge of software reverse engineering and XKS. About BigBear.ai BigBear.ai is a leading provider of AI-powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. Customers and partners rely on Bigbear.ai's predictive analytics capabilities in highly complex, distributed, mission-based operating environments. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, BigBear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI. For more information, visit https://bigbear.ai/ and follow BigBear.ai on LinkedIn: @BigBear.ai and X: @BigBearai. BigBear.ai is an Equal opportunity employer all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Know your rights Employee Rights