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Job Summary

As a member of the Freedom Space team, you will contribute to the successful execution of the Enterprise Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) Solution (EOS), a cutting-edge program to enhance the missile warning capabilities of the U.S. Space Force. EOS integrates advanced satellite systems, ground-based infrastructure, and innovative software solutions to detect and track missile launches globally with unparalleled speed and precision. It builds on the legacy of OPIR technology by integrating modern architectures to provide resilient and real-time missile threat detection in contested environments. The project ensures a robust and interoperable system capable of meeting emerging threats, aligning with the Space Force’s mission to maintain space domain superiority and bolster national security.

As a UI/UX Software Developer on the EOS project, you will play a critical role in designing and implementing user-centered interfaces for web applications, bridging the gap between design and technology to deliver intuitive, engaging, and functional software solutions. You will collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to translate wireframes, prototypes, and design concepts into high-quality, interactive code, ensuring consistency, scalability, and accessibility across platforms. Your responsibilities will include optimizing application performance, conducting usability testing, and gathering user feedback to enhance the user experience. Leveraging your expertise in front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks such as Node, React, Angular, and more, as well as design tools like Figma, you will contribute to an agile environment, troubleshooting interface issues and championing best practices in responsive design, accessibility, and performance optimization to deliver exceptional results on the EOS project.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop intuitive, visually appealing, and responsive user interfaces
• Work closely with software developers to integrate backend services into the user interface
• Conduct usability testing and analyze results to make data-driven improvements to the user interface
• Debug and resolve UI/UX-related issues to ensure a seamless user experience
• Collaborate with UI designers to translate wireframes, mockups, and prototypes into functional, high-quality front-end code
• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to understand user needs and behaviors
• Analyze user feedback and data to identify opportunities for improvement in the user experience
• Create user flows, personas, and journey maps to guide design decisions
• Iterate on designs based on feedback to refine and improve usability and functionality
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code for user-facing features using frameworks like Node, React, Angular, and similar
• Recommend backend application updates with consideration for performance and accessibility
• Implement accessibility best practices to ensure compliance with US Government standards
• Document UI/UX design processes, guidelines, and standards for consistent implementation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in UI/UX design and software development
• Proficiency in front-end technologies, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React, Angular, and Node
• Expertise with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD
• Strong understanding of various interfaces, i.e. SQL, JSON, RESTful APIs, and websockets
• Experience with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and performance optimization
• Strong understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Knowledge of usability testing methods and user feedback analysis
• Experience working in an agile development environment
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and intellectually curious
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledgeable with satellite communications concepts and methods
• Must possess or be eligible for a Top-Secret Clearance

Tooling Experience

• Coding: Java, Rust, Python, or other languages
• Framework: Spring Boot, MDPAF
• APIs: REST, gRPC
• Program-specific tools: VMOC, OASYS, C2MS
• Satellite standards: XTCE, ADCCP, ACES, STK
• C2: Horizon, Quantum CMD
• Infrastructure: Terraform, OpenShift, Kubernetes, Istio, KeyCloak, AWS
• Pipeline: Jenkins, Gitlab CI/CD, Gradle, SonarQube, Nexus
• Database: Postgres, Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana (ELK)

About Our Company

Established in 2023, Freedom Space is a wholly owned subsidiary of ATLAS Space Operations, the leading Ground Software as a Service™ (GSaaS) provider. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Freedom Space addresses the unique requirements of the United States Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) by contributing to the advancement of National Security Space capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K matching
• $3k annual company contribution to HSA
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible time-off policy

Additional Notes

• Hybrid employees expected to work in office multiple days per week, as needed
• Remote employment is possible with 20% travel to Colorado Springs
• Per Colorado law, we are required to disclose the base compensation range for this role. This range is intentionally wide as we assess individuals based on their unique abilities and experience to find the best fit for our needs. Ultimately, your compensation will be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, you will find a truly remarkable culture guided by transparency and collaboration and work that is challenging and meaningful. We can't wait to meet you and see what you may add to our team!
• Military veterans and spouses are highly encouraged to apply

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THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD**

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Freedom Space is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.