Junior Front End Developer
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Job description
The Junior Front End Developer supports the development, implementation, and improvement of user-facing components across Military-Civilian Transition Office's (MCTO) online platforms. Under the direction of the senior software developer and the Program Manager, this position focuses on building responsive, accessible, and performant front-end features that support capabilities for military Service members, families, volunteers, and program stakeholders., Develop and maintain user-facing features for MCTO web platforms, including interfaces, survey and evaluation forms, and reporting dashboards
- Ensure all developed and maintained web interfaces are 100% compatible with current mobile devices
- Collaborate with stakeholders, product owners, and back-end developers to translate program requirements into functional front-end solutions
- Support integration of CMS capabilities into MCTO websites to enable designated Government administrators to create and manage web content
- Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and assist with bug tracking and remediation
- Contribute to documentation of front-end components, UI changes, and configuration updates
- Adhere to DoW ASD STIG configuration requirements and OWASP secure coding fundamentals
Requirements
Necessary Skills and Knowledge:
- Proficiency in JavaScript and at least one modern front-end framework or language (Flutter/Dart, React, Vue.js, or equivalent)
- Working knowledge of SQL and relational database concepts to support data-driven front-end features
- Familiarity with translating stakeholder business requirements into technical front-end solutions, * Technology, or a closely related field preferred
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution
- 0-2 years of professional or documented academic front-end development experience
- Experience building and iterating on user-facing application features with a focus on usability and performance
- Experience with issue/task tracking tools such as Git/GitHub, Azure DevOps, JIRA in an Agile environment
- Exposure to front-end testing practices and quality assurance processes
- Must obtain and maintain a Tier 3 (T3) background investigation in accordance with DoWI 5200.02
- Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible for a DoW Common Access Card (CAC)
- Must complete all mandatory training within 30 calendar days of reporting for duty, including CUI, OPSEC, Privacy Act/PII, IT Security Awareness, and Insider Threat Awareness training
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Python for scripting, data processing, or API-based front-end integration
- Familiarity with AI/ML concepts including NLP, logistic regression, or scikit-learn, supporting analytics-adjacent UI features
- Demonstrated ability to build cross-platform mobile applications (Flutter or comparable framework)
- Experience with Agile sprint planning, stakeholder collaboration, and technical documentation
- Experience integrating analytics or feedback loops into application interfaces
Benefits & conditions
The annual salary for this position is $75,000.
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.