Job#: 3027085 Job Description: Front End Developer (Senior & Mid)
Location: San Antonio, Texas (Onsite)
Employment Type: Contract
Role Overview
We are seeking a Front End Developer to provide subject matter proficiency for front-end design and development efforts. This role involves providing analytical skills to support process improvement, specialized studies, and the definition of requirements. The developer will perform engineering tasks such as creating technical design drawings, mockups, and wireframes, as well as planning and implementing modifications to Graphic User Interfaces (GUIs).
Key Responsibilities
- Provide analytical skills for process improvement, specialized studies, and requirement definition.
- Perform analysis, planning, and development of requirements documents and functional models.
- Develop procedures and functional architectures.
- Create technical design drawings, mockups, wireframes, and other documentation for review.
- Plan and implement modifications to Graphic User Interfaces (GUIs).
- Construct and optimize various UI elements and system navigation practices.
- Facilitate ease of use for user-facing feature development.
- Prepare, conduct, and document system tests to verify operability and compliance.
Required Qualifications (Senior)
Education: A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required. A Master's degree may substitute for 2 years of experience.
Experience:- 10 years of experience in the functional area.
- 10 years of software development experience in object-oriented and scripted languages.
- 5 years of recent and relevant experience in front-end web design and development.
- 5 years of experience leading software development programs or projects.
- 5 years of experience testing web-based applications.
- Practical experience developing in a cloud environment.
- Demonstrated experience engaging in agile, user-centric application design.
Technical Skills:- 5 years of experience with bug tracking software such as Jira.
- 5 years of experience with Jenkins and GitLab.
- 5 years of experience with at least five of the following: Apache, Ember, Javascript, Jaguar, Java, Cricket, Node.
Desired Qualifications (Senior)
- Experience using Agile Test-Driven development.
- Experience integrating into DoD DevSecOps environments.
- Demonstrated experience utilizing UX design tool suites (e.g., Sketch, InVision).
- 5 years of experience with CI/CD software development.
Required Qualifications (Mid-Level)
Education: A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required. A Master's degree may substitute for 2 years of experience.
Experience:- 7 years of experience in the functional area.
- 7 years of software development experience in object-oriented and scripted languages.
- 3 years of recent and relevant experience in front-end web design and development.
- 3 years of experience participating in software development programs or projects.
- 3 years of experience testing web-based applications.
- Practical experience developing in a cloud environment.
- Experience with integrating data from unclassified to classified application deployments.
Technical Skills:- 3 years of experience with bug tracking software such as Jira.
- 5 years of experience with Jenkins and GitLab.
- 5 years of experience with at least five of the following: Apache, Ember, Javascript, Jaguar, Java, Cricket, Node.
Desired Qualifications (Mid-Level)
- Experience using Agile Test-Driven development.
- Experience integrating into DoD DevSecOps environments.
- 5 years of experience with CI/CD software development.
- Demonstrated experience utilizing UX design tool suites (e.g., Sketch, InVision).
Clearance Requirements
Must be able to obtain or maintain a DOD TS/SCI security clearance. Candidates with a Secret clearance that can be upgraded will be considered.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.