Forterra, Inc.
About Forterra
Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement in the working world. Amongst some of the earliest innovators in the field of driverless technology, Forterra is focused on building systems that protect front-line soldiers and enable civilian workers in our industrial base. Forterra is the go-to provider of ground autonomy solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense, which harnesses the technology for asymmetric warfare in critical conditions.
About the role
We're seeking a skilled and motivated
Full-Stack Web Developer
to join our team in developing a next-generation user interface for robotic systems. This role centers on building a highly responsive and intuitive
front-end experience
using
React,
Angular, of similar framework, and supporting advanced features like
video streaming
,
interactive mapping
, and
command and control (C2)
of autonomous and robotic systems. The ideal candidate is front-end focused, with strong full-stack capabilities, particularly in
Java
,
JavaScript/Typescript
,
Spring / REST / OpenAPI
, and
MQTT or other AsyncAPI.
Experience integrating with cloud infrastructure and physical systems (automotive, robotics, IoT) is ideal.
What you'll do
Lead the development of a modern, highly responsive front-end application using React, Angular, or other framework to support robotic system interfaces. Design and implement a seamless and intuitive user experience for real-time video streaming, mapping, and C2 functions. Collaborate with UI/UX designers and product stakeholders to translate mockups (e.g. Figma) into high-quality code. Integrate front-end components with robust REST APIs built using Java and Spring Boot. Ensure real-time performance and responsiveness in video, telemetry, and control data visualization. Implement interactive mapping and GIS components (e.g., maps, geo-location, overlays, mission planning). Contribute to architecture decisions with an emphasis on scalability, maintainability, and performance. Troubleshoot issues across the stack and improve application reliability. Collaborate closely with robotics, cloud, and back-end teams to deliver end-to-end features. Qualifications
5+ years of professional experience in front-end or full-stack web development. Strong proficiency in React, Angular, or other framework. Experience building and styling modern web applications with JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML/CSS. Familiarity with video streaming technologies (e.g., WebRTC, HLS, RTSP, etc.). Experience integrating interactive map libraries/APIs (e.g., Mapbox, Leaflet, Google Maps). Solid back-end experience with Java, Spring / REST / OpenAPI, and MQTT / AsyncAPI design. Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing UIs for real-time, robotic, or autonomous systems. Familiarity with command and control (C2) or mission control interfaces. Hands-on experience with AWS services, such as: Amazon S3, CloudFront, AWS Media Services Amazon RDS, DynamoDB, or other AWS-managed databases API Gateway, Lambda, EC2, etc. Experience with real-time communication protocols (WebSockets, MQTT). Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes). Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and agile development. Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). US Salary Range $130,000-$165,000
The salary range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. The salary offered to candidates will vary based on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience, education, specialized training, critical expertise, training, and more. Equity in Forterra is included in most of our full-time, high-demand roles and is therefore considered part of Forterra's overall compensation package. In addition to base salary and equity, Forterra offers competitive benefits for full-time employees including:
Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents. Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, Legal & ID protection plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents. Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December. Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year. A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption. A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend. Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires. 401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.
Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process.
Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. Forterrans are unique, talented individuals who are united through a shared passion to deliver autonomous systems that enable national resilience and a robust supply chain. All qualified applications will receive equal consideration for employment.
Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement in the working world. Amongst some of the earliest innovators in the field of driverless technology, Forterra is focused on building systems that protect front-line soldiers and enable civilian workers in our industrial base. Forterra is the go-to provider of ground autonomy solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense, which harnesses the technology for asymmetric warfare in critical conditions.
About the role
We're seeking a skilled and motivated
Full-Stack Web Developer
to join our team in developing a next-generation user interface for robotic systems. This role centers on building a highly responsive and intuitive
front-end experience
using
React,
Angular, of similar framework, and supporting advanced features like
video streaming
,
interactive mapping
, and
command and control (C2)
of autonomous and robotic systems. The ideal candidate is front-end focused, with strong full-stack capabilities, particularly in
Java
,
JavaScript/Typescript
,
Spring / REST / OpenAPI
, and
MQTT or other AsyncAPI.
Experience integrating with cloud infrastructure and physical systems (automotive, robotics, IoT) is ideal.
What you'll do
Lead the development of a modern, highly responsive front-end application using React, Angular, or other framework to support robotic system interfaces. Design and implement a seamless and intuitive user experience for real-time video streaming, mapping, and C2 functions. Collaborate with UI/UX designers and product stakeholders to translate mockups (e.g. Figma) into high-quality code. Integrate front-end components with robust REST APIs built using Java and Spring Boot. Ensure real-time performance and responsiveness in video, telemetry, and control data visualization. Implement interactive mapping and GIS components (e.g., maps, geo-location, overlays, mission planning). Contribute to architecture decisions with an emphasis on scalability, maintainability, and performance. Troubleshoot issues across the stack and improve application reliability. Collaborate closely with robotics, cloud, and back-end teams to deliver end-to-end features. Qualifications
5+ years of professional experience in front-end or full-stack web development. Strong proficiency in React, Angular, or other framework. Experience building and styling modern web applications with JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML/CSS. Familiarity with video streaming technologies (e.g., WebRTC, HLS, RTSP, etc.). Experience integrating interactive map libraries/APIs (e.g., Mapbox, Leaflet, Google Maps). Solid back-end experience with Java, Spring / REST / OpenAPI, and MQTT / AsyncAPI design. Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing UIs for real-time, robotic, or autonomous systems. Familiarity with command and control (C2) or mission control interfaces. Hands-on experience with AWS services, such as: Amazon S3, CloudFront, AWS Media Services Amazon RDS, DynamoDB, or other AWS-managed databases API Gateway, Lambda, EC2, etc. Experience with real-time communication protocols (WebSockets, MQTT). Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes). Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and agile development. Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). US Salary Range $130,000-$165,000
The salary range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. The salary offered to candidates will vary based on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience, education, specialized training, critical expertise, training, and more. Equity in Forterra is included in most of our full-time, high-demand roles and is therefore considered part of Forterra's overall compensation package. In addition to base salary and equity, Forterra offers competitive benefits for full-time employees including:
Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents. Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, Legal & ID protection plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents. Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December. Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year. A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption. A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend. Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires. 401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.
Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process.
Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. Forterrans are unique, talented individuals who are united through a shared passion to deliver autonomous systems that enable national resilience and a robust supply chain. All qualified applications will receive equal consideration for employment.