Front End Developer

Role Overview

• Formulate and define specifications for complex applications or modify/maintain existing applications
• Responsible for user interface surfaces for a PHP based web application
• Custom development of internal tools
• Designing, developing, and maintaining complex software solutions
• Work through the full lifecycle of product development
• UX collaboration, development, integration, testing, and deployment
• Produce, maintain and modify websites and user interfaces
• Incorporate applications, graphics, audio, and video clips into user websites
• Design, code, test, debug applications
• Support evaluation of new and existing software products
• Create and maintain system documentation and technical specifications
• Lead implementation of software solutions that meet performance, reliability, and security requirements
• Analyze and resolve complex integration issues and technical challenges
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Develop test plans and procedures to validate system functionality and performance
• Perform system analysis to identify bottlenecks and recommend optimization strategies
• Observe DevOps practices and support CI/CD pipelines
• Research and evaluate new technologies and methodologies for potential adoption
• Create detailed technical documentation for system operation and maintenance
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and technical discussions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Lead system troubleshooting efforts and provide escalation support
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in software systems engineering
• Experience with full system development lifecycle from requirements to deployment
• Advanced proficiency in PHP, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3, and a major framework (React, Angular, Vue.js)
• Strong experience in formulating specifications, designing, and maintaining complex software applications
• In-depth understanding of web accessibility standards (Section 508, WCAG)
• Experience with RESTful API integration, JSON, AJAX, and responsive/mobile-first design
• Familiarity with source control (Git) and CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of network protocols and distributed systems
• Experience with database design and implementation (SQL and NoSQL)
• Excellent debugging, problem-solving, and performance optimization skills
• Excellent communication abilities with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience with software performance optimization and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies and quality assurance
• Understanding of security principles and secure coding practices
• Experience with agile development methodologies
• Ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives
• Strong documentation skills for complex systems

Tech Stack

• Angular
• Distributed Systems
• JavaScript
• NoSQL
• PHP
• React
• SQL
• Vue.js

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off