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
  • Accessibility standards and tools (ARIA) 2-3 Years Experience
  • Web Services, ReactJS, Angular, Angular2, Webpack, Gulp 1-2 Years Experience
  • Bootstrap (or similar platform) 1-2 Years Experience
  • WordPress 1-2 Years Experience
  • Technical Documentation 4-6 Years Experience

SPECIAL SKILLS :

• • Analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to develop solutions to problems
  • Ability to lead and conduct design reviews, code reviews and technical assessment
  • Developing and/or creating new or more effective ideas, approaches, etc.
  • Developing and formulating short-range plans/decisions
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills