Frontend Engineer

About GallatinAt Gallatin, we are rebuilding defense logistics for the warfighters of the United States and allied forces. We take an AI-first approach to improve defense readiness through software products that streamline and modernize logistics operations from factory to foxhole and result in better decisions and outcomes.We believe that you won’t change the world by phoning it in and as such we work from our office in El Segundo, California.About The RoleYou thrive at the intersection of clean UI execution and real-world impact. As a Frontend Software Engineer, you craft self-contained, reusable, task-focused components, and approach UI development with a balance of speed, quality, and empathy for the end user. While your focus is on the front end, your grasp of the entire stack is strong enough to contribute ideas, spot architectural tradeoffs, and help shape how our Navigator platform is designed end to end. You care deeply about Developer Experience, have a strong command of RESTful APIs and testing frameworks, and bring a strong sense of agency to improving code, tooling, and documentation.What You'll DoContribute to our Navigator Vue-based frontend applicationBuild robust visual components and page layouts that integrate seamlessly with documented API endpointsModularize and improve our visual design library, which contains shared primitives, css tokens, icon assetsSupport offline Progressive Web App mode for Disconnected OperationsHelp define best practices, continuously improve CI/CD workflows, while keeping DX at the forefront!Craft a rock solid User ExperienceHelp us shape a beautiful, high-powered UI while keeping real-world usability and performance constraints in mindMaintain CI/CD pipeline, and check in well-tested, production-ready codeEnsure our Navigator app provides a consistent, reliable experience on both Desktop and iPad Collaborate and align with cross-functional teammatesWork closely with product, design, and backend engineering teams on rapid feature buildoutsConsistently seek balance between shipping UX feature within scope while aiming for “pixel-perfect” mockup renditionsWhat We’re Looking ForGreat problem solverFamiliarity with HTTP request codesAPI request testing experience with tools such as Postman or InsomniaTroubleshoot CORS issuesGreat communicatorAbility to reach across discipline boundaries to help troubleshoot and test newly added API endpointsClear and concise communication, whether it’s writing technical documentation or recording a weekly demo of recent work (a Gallatin tradition)Growth mindsetAlways seeing to learn and stay current with industry trends and toolsFamiliarity with RESTful APIs, and high uptime / low latency web applicationsExperience with frontend testing frameworks (Cypress, Playwright, Jest, Vitest)Bonus PointsExperience mentoring and upskilling junior engineers. Familiarity with legacy systems and working with public sector customersComfortable setting up CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflowsContributions to open-source projectsWhy Gallatin?Join a mission-driven, high-impact, and fast-moving startup where your work directly improves defense logistics readiness for the warfighters of the United States and allied forces. Work alongside a team of passionate engineers, designers, and industry experts. Competitive compensation incl. generous options grant, 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums, 401k, opportunities for rapid career growth, unlimited PTO, free lunches and snacks in the office. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain relevant security clearances. The successful candidate must be able to work in a classified environment when necessary.If you’re not excited about working hard, and solving the hard problems of building AI decisions-support systems that enhance our warfighters, don’t apply.The following ranges are based on the cost of labor across US geographic areas. The base ranges from our lowest geographic market to our highest geographic market.Software Engineer I $80,000-$120,000Software Engineer II $84,000-$175,000SR Software Engineer $134,000-$210,000