Front-End Web Application Developer

Geoacuity

5 days ago

Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Working hours

Regular working hours

Languages

English

Experience level

Intermediate

Job location

Remote

Tech stack

JavaScript

Geographic Information Systems

API

ArcGIS (Software)

ArcGIS Servers

Software Debugging

DevOps

GIS Applications

Github

Design of User Interfaces

Node.js

Performance Tuning

Web Application Security

Spatial Data Infrastructures

TypeScript

Web Applications

Web Services

WebGL

Esri GIS (Software)

React

Cypress

Backend

Gitlab

GIT

SASS

WebPack

Material Design

Build Tools

Bitbucket

Front End Software Development

3d Mapping

Api Design

REST

Software Version Control

Docker

Microservices

Job description

We are seeking a Front-End Web Application Developer with expertise in Esri's JavaScript SDK, React, and modern UI frameworks to join our GIS consultancy team. The ideal candidate has a strong background in developing interactive geospatial applications, integrating GIS workflows, and delivering high-performance web solutions. They should be comfortable working with ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, and geospatial data visualization while following best practices for UI/UX, performance optimization, and secure web development. This role requires close collaboration with GIS analysts, back-end developers, and stakeholders to create intuitive, scalable applications that support enterprise-level geospatial solutions. We are seeking someone who is passionate about building cutting-edge GIS applications and thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain a federal government security clearance.
Front-End Development Experience: 3+ years of experience building web applications using modern front-end frameworks.
JavaScript & TypeScript: Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript for scalable, maintainable code.
React Framework: Strong experience developing applications using React, including hooks, state management, and component-based architecture.
Esri JavaScript SDK: Hands-on experience with the ArcGIS API for JavaScript (4.x), including working with MapView, SceneView, FeatureLayer, WebMap, Widgets, and printing workflows.
GIS Workflows & Spatial Data: Understanding of GIS principles, spatial data visualization, projections, and integration with GIS services (e.g., ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online, ImageServices).
Modern UI/UX Principles: Experience creating intuitive and responsive user interfaces using modern UI frameworks. Material UI, Calcite UI and SASS experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

Current CAC holder.
REST APIs & Web Services: Strong knowledge of working with REST APIs and Web Services.
Version Control: Proficient in Git workflows (GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket).
Build Tools & Optimization: Experience with Vite, Webpack, ESBuild, and bundling strategies for performance optimization.
Geospatial Data Processing: Experience working with GeoJSON, WMS, WMTS, and vector tiles.
DevOps & Deployment: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and deploying applications in closed environments (e.g., self-hosted Esri solutions).
Testing & Debugging: Experience with front-end testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, React Testing Library).
3D GIS & WebGL: Experience with 3D mapping using SceneView, WebGL, or CesiumJS.
Node.js & Backend Development: Some experience with Node.js for API development or integrating front-end applications with backend services.