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Northstrat

Software development and DevSecOps for government

Frontend Software Engineer

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/17/2026
$130k - $175k
Senior
Bachelor's, Master's
Columbia, MD, USA
HybridThree days on-site per week required.
Software EngineeringFrontend Engineering
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • An active or current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance is required.
  • At least 5 years of frontend software development or engineering experience with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field; alternatively, 3 years of relevant experience with a master's degree in a related field; or a high school diploma or equivalent and 9 years of relevant experience.
  • At least 5 years of experience with JavaScript and one or more web application frameworks, such as Vue, React, Angular, or Backbone, or similar demonstrated competency.
  • Familiarity with Git or other version control software.
  • Comfort working on a *nix command line.
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask across open issues and tickets.
  • Problem-solving ability and ability to review information and compile data as needed.
  • Ability to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 2–3 days per week at the Columbia, Maryland office, with flexibility to adapt to schedule changes.
Responsibilities
  • Assist with the creation, enhancement, and maintenance of web applications.
  • Write JavaScript, CSS, and HTML code and conduct code reviews.
  • Work with designers, backend engineers, and data scientists to build holistic user experiences.
  • Help define and interact with REST-based APIs.
  • Troubleshoot customer-reported application issues and provide support.
  • Write unit tests and conduct quality assurance testing.
Desired Qualifications
  • Previous experience with a Data Lake or Data Warehouse is a plus.
  • DoD 8140/8570 compliance certifications may be required as directed by the customer.

About the company

Northstrat provides IT solutions to US Government agencies in Intelligence, Defense, and Law Enforcement. Its teams include software, systems, BI, and IT engineers with security clearances, delivering products and services that meet government needs. The company emphasizes two main capabilities: software development at speed using CI/CD, and a collaborative DevSecOps approach to systems engineering that prioritizes user engagement and security. This combination supports mission management, situational awareness, analytics, strategy management, and legacy systems migration, with notable work for the Air Force and Space Force as a SpaceCAMP member delivering Platform One-aligned solutions. The goal is to deliver IT products, processes, and services that solve complex government problems quickly and securely, exceeding customer expectations.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$140K

Headquarters

Irvine, California

Founded

2006

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What believers are saying

  • Space Force planned up to 56 jammers in February 2026, validating Northstrat's RMT.
  • Northstrat's merger with GRVTY completed in 2026, expanding cross-sell opportunities immediately.
  • Department demand for orbital denial keeps rising as China and Russia intensify space contestation.

What critics are saying

  • RMT depends on Space Force procurement timing; budget slips delay scale to 200 terminals.
  • GRVTY integration can disrupt Northstrat talent retention and program execution through 2026.
  • A single classified-program slowdown would hit Northstrat hard because customer concentration is extreme.

What makes Northstrat unique

  • Northstrat developed the Remote Modular Terminal with CACI for Space Force electronic warfare.
  • Northstrat now sits inside GRVTY, broadening classified mission management and electromagnetic warfare reach.
  • Northstrat supports the NRO and Space Force, signaling deep cleared-customer integration.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Flexible Work Hours