Mid-Level Front End Developer

Overview Goldbelt Taku is accelerating healthcare delivery and providing superior force health readiness across the military, federal, and civilian landscapes. Goldbelt Glacier is committed to providing transformative and comprehensive health operational capabilities to support customers across scientific, clinical, technological, and program management areas. Summary The Mid-Level Front End Developer leads front-end development efforts for the Military-Civilian Transition Office’s (MCTO) suite of online platforms. This position requires a high degree of independent technical judgment, demonstrated experience delivering production-quality web applications in mission-critical environments, and the ability to mentor junior developers. Experience with federal or DoW digital services environments and a commitment to web accessibility standards are essential to this role. Responsibilities Essential Job Functions Lead front-end development and delivery for MCTO platforms Conduct and lead front-end UI/UX reviews, documenting current-state assessments and recommending improvements aligned with emergent technologies and user-behavioral trends Ensure all front-end deliverables are 100% compatible with current mobile and tablet devices and meet applicable DoW accessibility standards Establish and enforce front-end coding standards, peer review processes, and test coverage requirements across the development team Mentor junior front-end developers, provide technical guidance, and support onboarding of new team members Collaborate with designers (Figma or comparable tools), back-end engineers, and Government stakeholders to ensure cohesive and compliant user experiences Implement and maintain WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards across all developed interfaces Contribute to change management iteration cycles (bi-weekly sprints) and support monthly status reports Adhere to DoW ASD STIG requirements, OWASP secure coding standards, and DHRA/DMDC coding standards Support production monitoring, identify performance issues, and implement remediation plans in coordination with the ISSO and cybersecurity team Qualifications Necessary Skills and Knowledge Expert proficiency in JavaScript and at least two modern front-end frameworks, including React and Vue.js (or comparable frameworks) environments (Git/GitHub), including code review practices Demonstrated ability to mentor junior developers through pair programming, code review guidance, and technical coaching Proficiency with version control in collaborative, multi-developer team Minimum Qualifications Technology, or a closely related field preferred Equivalent demonstrated professional experience in lieu of formal degree may be considered commensurate with the depth of technical expertise and years of progressive front-end development experience 3–6 years of progressive, professional front-end software development experience, with demonstrated delivery of production applications Demonstrated experience in a federal government or DoW-adjacent digital services environment, including familiarity with compliance, security, and regulatory constraints inherent to those environments Proven track record of delivering accessible web applications in compliance with WCAG standards Experience with comprehensive front-end testing strategies, including unit testing (Jest, React Testing Library), integration testing, and end-to-end testing (Cypress or equivalent) Demonstrated experience building and documenting reusable component libraries for cross-team use 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 full-stack or back-end development (e.g., Ruby on Rails, Node.js, or equivalent) sufficient to support cross-functional collaboration Hands-on experience with cloud service troubleshooting, particularly AWS or Azure Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience integrating monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Datadog) into production environments Experience leading working groups or cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum delivery environments Experience implementing AI-assisted coding tools within an approved and governed workflow Familiarity with 508 compliance requirements for federal digital services Pay and Benefits The annual salary for this position is $110,000. 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. Apply To This Job

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