Frontend Developer

NewSpace Technical are working with an exciting NewSpace company that is building a modern geospatial platform to support next-generation satellite data products. Backed by strong technical leadership and a clear mission, this company is focused on making complex spatial data easier to explore, analyze, and act on. This is an opportunity to join early, have real ownership, and help shape a product that sits at the intersection of space, software, and data. Our client is developing a web-based platform for discovering, visualizing, and analyzing large-scale spatiotemporal datasets derived from satellite and airborne sensors. The goal is to turn massive volumes of Earth observation data into intuitive, interactive tools that users can work with directly in the browser.

Responsibilities

Building and maintaining modern front-end applications with React and TypeScript; Developing reusable, well-structured UI components with performance in mind; Turning product requirements and design concepts into intuitive user experiences; Integrating front-end features with backend APIs and asynchronous data pipelines; Contributing to UI architecture, performance optimisation, and shared component libraries; Working closely with product, design, and engineering in a fast-moving startup environment

Requirements

4+ years of experience building web applications with React and TypeScript; Strong understanding of component-based architecture, state management, and async data handling; Experience working within larger codebases and improving existing systems; Solid knowledge of modern JavaScript, HTML, and CSS; Experience integrating front-end applications with backend services and APIs; Familiarity with modern front-end tooling, testing, and build systems

Nice to have

Experience with web mapping libraries (Mapbox GL JS or similar); Exposure to WebGL or browser-based 3D rendering; Experience with performance tuning in React; Work on design systems or reusable UI libraries; Good UI/UX instincts and experience collaborating with designers

Benefits

Join a NewSpace EO startup where your work has visible, real-world impact; High ownership and influence over product and technical direction; Work on cutting-edge Earth observation and geospatial technology; Collaborate with a small, highly technical team that values quality and clarity; Strong opportunities for growth as the company scales