Want to work on the apps used for space capabilities and cutting-edge technologies? Yes, we said space!

Rocket Communications is an enterprise UX Design company focused on designing mission-critical applications and systems. We are seeking a Senior Developer based in the United States for a remote role. If you have a solid understanding of WC3 compliance and key web application design principles, you might be a great fit in helping us solve some of our nation’s most complex space app user experience challenges.

We are a small but fast-growing company, and your work will have a direct impact on the success of our business. Our work can be challenging and complex, but our team is fun, friendly, and supportive. Most team members work remotely from home (pre, mid, and post-pandemic) and others have hybrid roles. We’re adept at collaborating with online tools.

This is a remote role based in the United States. Team members are not permitted to take Rocket issued devices outside the United States, or work on client related content while outside the United States.

About You

• You have 5+ years experience developing complex, intelligent, and secure web applications with modern web technologies, in client side and/or server side.
• You have experience with front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS, Javascript ES6+) and/or expertise in at least one object-oriented programming language such as Ruby, Python, PHP, or C++.
• You possess expert level knowledge of modern frameworks (React, Angular, Vue).
• You understand W3C compliance.
• You understand key web application design principles
• You have experience with micro-frontends and implementing techniques to minimize page load times, reduce server response times, optimize resource delivery, and enhance user experience.
• You enjoy working closely with both internal and external design teams to ensure the feasibility of the design, clarify ambiguous designs, and build reusable code and components.
• You are comfortable operating as the Development Lead on projects when applicable, providing technical oversight to fellow Developers on the project and ensuring project deliverables are met.
• Due to Rocket’s work with local and federal government agencies US Citizenship is required- you must be able to obtain a DoD Security Clearance.

Bonus Points

• Understanding of government agencies and enterprise work
• Active DoD Security Clearance

$100,000 – $145,000 a year

Rocket Communications determines the salary range for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external and internal equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Our base salary offers are mainly determined by levels of experience.

Rocket Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Dedicated Health Advocate

• Employer Sponsored and Voluntary Supplemental Benefits

• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Paid Time Off and Floating Holidays

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Professional Development Days

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Discounts

• One-Time Remote Work Stipend for home office set up

• Monthly Remote Work Stipend

Compensation

Your actual pay for this role will be based on your skills, experience, and location.

Affirmative Action & EEO Statement

Rocket Communications is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We will not discriminate against applicants or employees based on religion, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We will work to provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you need accommodation for the hiring process please apply for the role, then email us your request if selected for an introductory call. The Hiring Team will review your request and respond as soon as possible.

Please note this job posting is not designed to contain every activity, duty, or responsibility that is required of this position.