Web Developer

Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.

The Work

The Web Developer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining secure, robust, and user-focused web applications and websites. The Web Developer works closely with project teams, including system architects, security professionals, and stakeholders, to ensure all solutions meet agency standards for accessibility, compliance, and information security.

This position aligns with Cayuse's core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable, and responsive web applications and websites in accordance with federal and agency requirements.

• Maintain and update existing web properties to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and security, implement enhancements as required.

• Apply secure coding practices and comply with cybersecurity standards, including vulnerability identification and remediation.

• Ensure web applications and websites meet Section 508 and other accessibility compliance requirements through ongoing review and testing.

• Integrate web applications with enterprise systems, including databases, APIs, and other agency platforms, to ensure interoperability.

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, including diagnosing bugs, optimizing performance, and addressing user feedback in a timely manner.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for application architecture, design decisions, codebase, deployment procedures, and user guidance.

• Collaborate effectively with project managers, UI/UX designers, security engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver solutions that meet agency goals.

• Remain current with evolving web technologies, security practices, and federal regulatory changes, recommending improvements when beneficial.

• Support all phases of web application testing, including unit, integration, and user acceptance tests, and participate in independent verification and validation.

• Provide technical guidance and advice to project teams and agency clients regarding web development best practices, security compliance, and technical risks.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in web development, computer science, or software engineering.

• Security+ (CompTIA).

• 5-8 years' web development experience. This skill level typically performs all functional duties independently and may oversee the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.

• Active Secret Security Clearance is required.

Minimum Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze systems and procedures.

• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple design streams across concurrent work effort.

• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately., + Professional office environment, with the ability to work onsite in the main office.

• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.

• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.

• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.

• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.