Senior Front-End Developer

The candidate will have substantial experience developing large, modern, scalable web applications using client-side JavaScript frameworks. The candidate will have extensive experience developing reusable, component-driven applications and corresponding automated test suites. The candidate will be experienced at integrating large enterprise systems with single-page JavaScript applications.

Required Skills:

• 11+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree is required. Commensurate experience for education.
• Proficiency with front-end web technologies (HTML5, SASS/CSS, Javscript, ES6/ES7)
• Minimum 5 years of hands on experience with Ember.js or similar MVC framework (i.e. Angular, React, etc.)
• Minimum 4 years experience developing automated tests in QUnit or similar test framework
• Language proficiency in JavaScript using Object-Oriented and Functional design
• Experience working with backend developers to design RESTful APIs
• Experience developing within an ORM system to consume REST APIs
• Experience with DevOps scripting for deploying large scale web applications
• Familiarity with one or more source control systems (Git, Subversion, etc.)
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related work experience
• Migrating JavaScript applications to TypeScript
• Experience developing reusable utility and UI component libraries
• Experience working inside a monorepo structured codebase
• Excellent debugging skills, advanced user of browser-based developer tools
• A feel for what makes a good user experience
• Experience working in a SCRUM environment and familiar with Agile
• A desire and ability to use technology to drive creativity

• 10+ years as Lead Developer on major federal agency mission critical application development efforts.
• 8+ years of experience in a technical capacity providing IT Application Development involving .net, SQL Server, Crystal Reports, Power BI, Business Objects technologies.
• 5+ years of experience in designing and developing solutions in the specific technology.
• Experience / certified knowledge in the latest technical trends on the specific technology.
• 5+ years managing data migration of mission critical information and ensuring that all data is securely migrated to new platforms.
• Ability to seamlessly integrate security considerations into applications architecture from inception.
• Ability to work with agency stakeholders, internal and external, to facilitate development of effective, responsive, fully 508 compliant application solutions.
• Able to independently develop and also to lead multiple development teams through the full agile SDLC and testing of new applications concurrently.
• Skilled in leading development of cloud ready/cloud native applications using leading technologies and methodologies.
• Ability to manage to budgets, timeframes and delivery schedules as required by client
• Good experience in application integrations, database design, BI design.
• Bachelor's degree in STEM engineering or related courses.
• Experience in designing, developing, securing, and deploying applications based on the technology specified.
• Experience in implementing components of the solution that include application enhancements, user experience, system integrations, data conversions, process automation, and visualizations.
• Experience in facilitating design decisions across development, configuration, integration, infrastructure, security, availability, storage, and change management.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

• Understand the client environment, client requirements and stated and unstated expectations.
• Develop High Level and Low Level Solution Design, database / table design, User Interface Design diagrams as required.
• Interact with specialists and get their contribution to user experience design, securing the application, deployment environments, etc.
• Prepare all technical documentation including design documents, coding standards as required for the project.
• Present the design documents to the client, rework based on comments and obtain client approval.
• Develop the application based on the architecture principles, high level and low level designs created for the project.
• Demonstrate the application to the client and obtain their approval.
• Train and motivate the team members in latest technologies, methodologies and approaches.
• Responsible for driving innovation and improving performance of the applications in scope.
• Provide recommendations and implement ways to modernize technology to meet business demands in a cost-effective manner.
• Identify and take care of dependencies to ensure that the project activities progress without any issues.
• Identify risks and prepare for contingencies and mitigation.

Job Description

DHA Group, Inc. is looking for a Software/User Interface Developer with an active Top-Secret Clearance and SCI Eligibility, to support a very dynamic customer in Washington, DC.

Technical Requirements:

• Presentation layer UI development and prototyping synthesizing visual, motion, input and interaction design across a diverse and rapidly evolving technology ecosystem
• Contribute technical expertise throughout all stages of product design and development, conceptual design, visual design language and motion personality, input language, UI platform and tools maturity, prototyping and production
• Implementation of accessible UI
• Ownership of quality standards, process, schedule, costing, resources and deliverables
• Offer alternatives when technology constraints require design compromises
• Help develop and refine UI pattern libraries and interaction guidelines
• Utilization of responsive design and emerging coding and design practices
• Bring a multi-disciplinary point of view of product design to the conversation
• Synthesizing requirements underlying feature requests, recommend alternative technical and business approaches, and facilitate engineering efforts to meet aggressive timelines.
• Designing/developing web, software, mobile apps, prototypes, proofs of concepts (POC’s), and production ready pilots.
• 100% hands-on coding
• Resolve defects/bugs during QA testing, preproduction, production, and post-release patches
• Will integrate with consumable security services, driving adoption of 24X7 proactive security monitoring on all TIO environments and systems, while integrating compliance operations
• Articulate technical challenges and solutions.
• Dealing well with ambiguous/undefined problems; ability to think abstractly.
• Work cross-functionally with various FBI teams: product management, QA/QE, various technical and operational divisions to drive forward results
• Contribute to the design and architecture of the projects within the TIO’s portfolio
• Experience with Agile Development, SCRUM, or Extreme Programming methodologies

Qualifications:

• BS in computer science or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years’ experience developing web, software, or mobile applications
• 1-2+ years’ experience developing prototypes at the right level of fidelity for each phase of development, from startup through launch and beyond.
• Certified - AWS Solutions Architect or 1-year experience in role
• Experience with AWS, CI/CD, and containerization (Cloud formation, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon S3, Amazon EC2, Amazon Redshift, automation tools, Linux, Docker, chef or puppet, etc…)
• Strong experience in any of the following Object- Oriented Languages (OOD):
• Experience with the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• 1+ years’ experience with web services (consuming or creating) with REST or SOAP
• Solid communication skills: Demonstrated ability to explain complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Expertise in software processes, web services, multi-tiered systems, and enterprise application integration.
• Experience with distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, and relational databases.
• Experience with unit testing & Test- Driven Development (TDD)
• 5+ years of work experience on web or device applications
• Excel in the implementation, production, and shipment of highly-polished user interfaces
• Expert in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and the ability to execute production-quality code from designs
• Experience with any CSS tools (SASS, PostCSS, LESS, etc.)
• Experience with client-side JavaScript frameworks such as Angular/React, etc.
• Familiar with server-side technologies such as Node.js or .NET
• Experience building responsive and mobile-first applications
• Strong understanding of JavaScript including prototypal inheritance and design patterns
• Exposure to RESTful APIs and familiarity with industry bestpractices
• Familiar with unit testing libraries like Jasmine, Mocha, etc.
• Familiar with version control systems (Git, TFS, etc.)
• Experience developing, maintaining, and innovating large scale, consumer facing web or mobile applications
• Experience with social, mobile, cloud/SaaS, big data, or analytics
• Familiar with the development challenges inherent with highly scalable and available web applications
• Experience with open source technologies (if no practical work experience w/ Big Data, or cutting- edge front-end technology—you’re prototyping and/or researching the up and coming technology and solutions Experience with various, modern web frameworks

• • Ability to create and assess design solutions based on user goals and key scenarios
  • Problem solving, creative, and communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively cross functionally with other teams (Engineering, Program Management & Marketing)
  • Strong collaboration influencing skills, proven ability to lead and inspire
  • An ability to work through ambiguity and multiple priorities
  • Have a passion for quality, innovation, and world-class design Experience with multiple devices and platforms (e.g. cross browser, tablet, smart phone)
  • Understanding of front-end performance characteristics
  • Experience with SPA (Single Page Application) development
  • Knowledge of localization techniques for the web
  • Strong understanding of software best-practices including familiarity with SOLID and DRY coding principles
  • Experience with Open Source software, and an appreciation for contributions is a plus
  • Experience with UI automation testing and integration tests is a big plusExperience with cross-platform mobile development such as React Native, React, Xamarin, Ionic, PhoneGap, etc is a plus. Online portfolio (public github or similar is a plus)

About DHA:                                               

DHA has been a trusted partner to the US Federal Government for 20 years.  We are a vibrant, energized and fast-growing company serving the agencies which protect our freedom and way of life.  Our mission focuses on the intelligence, law enforcement and defense communities.  DHA adds value to every customer we serve by providing the best solution, talent, expertise and experience specifically tailored to each customer’s need.  We are proud of the company’s culture which is results-oriented and based on kindness, caring and compassion for everyone we serve as a customer, employee or teaming partner.

Why DHA? Over the years, DHA has proven its ability to provide cost-effective, forward-thinking solutions, and exceptional service for customers. The trust our clients, teaming partners, and employees have in DHA is directly related to how we cultivate and value relationships. Our diverse clients include the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Department of Justice (DOJ), Veteran’s Administration, Department of State, U.S. Marshalls, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), and the Department of Defense (DoD).  DHA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

ROLE

We need an experienced User Interface Developer. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer job security and stability, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Apply today!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, and implement the user interface for an enterprise system
• Design, develop, and implement new user interface features
• Lead other team members who are working on the user interface
• Help re-architect, upgrade, and improve existing functions and features
• Work with React web framework
• Improve system’s user experience
• Design and plan new features
• Follow the Agile development process
• Use experience with at least one programming language, e.g., C, C#, C++, Java, etc.
• Lead moderate to complex software development tasks
• Participate in end-to-end software development lifecycle, e.g., design, code review, etc.
• Produce prototypes and effectively articulate design decisions
• Write clean code that is maintainable, scalable, and extensible
• Improve usability, reliability, security, and performance
• Collaborate with technical leads, data scientists and project managers
• Work in Scrum-based Agile environment

BACKGROUND

• Progressive and relevant experience

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree

JOB LOCATION

• Washington D.C. metropolitan area

West 4^th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.          

Other Considerations: This position is W-2 only; no Corp-to-Corp or 1099 candidates. Relocation will not be offered. Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.

MUST be a US Citizen with a U.S. Government clearance - TS/SCI with Polygraph

NOTE:Must have an active TS-SCI with poly. No sponsorships or upgrades are available. Submissions without this requirement will not be considered. H1-B holders will not be considered.

Description

This role is responsible for designing, developing and configuring front end user interface to meet process and application requirements and support back-end developers with development, testing, and troubleshooting in a tailored SAFe Agile DevSecOps process. This role is an expert on creating intuitive user interface design for end-users (analysts, targeters, and data scientists). This role uses best practices and patterns to perform design, development, and automated testing of software modules via DevSecOps Continuous Integration Continuous Delivery (CI/CD). Duties also include software requirements analysis, Section 508 requirements implementation, risk identification, risk mitigation, and collaboration across Agile teams. Primary Responsibilities • Apply knowledge/experience developing and testing applications on Windows and Linux systems • Performing Java and Javascript development to build modern, dynamic user interfaces and web services • Apply understanding of technical issues surrounding the designing, building and testing of software development kits supporting Windows and cloud platforms and frameworks • Apply research skills to identify various methods and solutions to complex software challenges • Understanding of browser based user interfaces for Windows and Linux, such as process synchronization techniques (i.e., semaphores, messages, threading), process scheduling, resource and device access • Exposure to scripting languages for enhanced user experiences through application interfaces Basic Qualifications • Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments. • Experience planning and leading major technology assignments. • Proficient with navigating Section 508 requirements. • Skilled in front end development and scripting (such as Java, JavaScript, ReactJS, HTML, C, C++, C#, AJAX and Ruby on Rails) • Experience evaluating performance results and recommending major changes affecting short-term project growth and success. • Must have strong communication skills (oral and written). • Experience as a technical expert across multiple project assignments. Candidate must have Bachelors with 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience. Candidate must have an active TS/SCI with a polygraph.

Benefits:

5 week paid vacation + 10 gov't holidays
15% contribution to 401k
ISP and cellphone reimbursement
LTD, STD disability and life insurance
Paid health, dental, and vision for employee and family.
$5000 annual training expense reimbursement
Computer purchase plan