Software Developer I – Web Front End Developer

Position : Software Developer I – Web Front End Developer

Location : Washington, DC (Potential for Hybrid)

Clearance : Public Trust

Must hold an active Public Trust clearance to apply”

This position is to provide build application and web front-ends based on requirements from Stakeholder Engagement, programs, UX and designers.

SCOPE OF WORK

The position’s SCOPE OF WORK include the following :

Skilled in Front-End development framework and process from UX design to web component delivery.

• Proficient understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks, including jQuery.
• Some combination of JavaScript frameworks, such as DurandaJS, Angular, Angular 2, Gulp, Webpack, ReactJS.
• Skilled in HTML5, CSS, CSS3, SCSS.
• Experience creating accessible forms (using ARIA), with client-side form validation (JavaScript).
• Experience with Bootstrap or other similar technologies.
• Experience with a collaboration platform and code repository control.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI / UX designs.
• Optimize application for maximum speed and scalability.
• A commitment to Lean principles, including rapid prototyping for user testing.
• Good understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX
• Baseline understanding of server-side CSS pre-processing platforms, such as LESS and SASS
• Baseline understanding of WCAG compliance as it applies to front-end code
• Working understanding of Wordpress and Wordpress templates, as well as baseline understanding of PHP.
• Basic knowledge of image authoring tools, to be able to crop, resize, or perform small adjustments on an image. Familiarity with tools such as Gimp or Photoshop is a plus.
• Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them. Good understanding of SEO principles and ensuring that application will adhere to them.
• Responsible for support of critical business functions through the development, implementation, and maintenance of web front ends, including adaptation of COTS products to meet the business requirements.
• Lead and Contribute web front end expertise to multiple projects and ensure that specifications are met.
• Design, code, test, debug, maintain, and document web front end customizations. Participate in peer-reviews.
• Follow established accessibility and W3C standards and procedures. Contribute towards the improvement.
• Work as part of Development Teams across enterprise
• Coordinate with departments and users in the support of business applications.
• Exercise judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Represent the IT department in terms of front-end development expertise in coordination with other departments.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE :

XML, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, HTML5 4-6 Years Experience

SPECIAL SKILLS :

Analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to develop solutions to problems