About the JobPosition Title: Front-End Developer, SMELocation: RemoteClearance: IRS MBI (preferred)Compensation: $175,000.00 - $185,000.00Position Summary:Command Cyber Solutions is seeking a Front-End Developer, SME to serve as a technical authority on user interface design and implementation for the IRS Business Tax Account (BTA) modernization initiative. This role will guide the development of intuitive, user-centered web interfaces that comply with U.S. Web Design System (USWDS), IRS Online Design Guide (ODG), and WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards. The SME will provide expert-level input on front-end architecture, reusable component libraries, and best practices for responsive design and accessibility, while mentoring the development team and collaborating closely with UX/UI designers, back-end developers, and IRS stakeholders.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:- Serve as a technical authority on front-end architecture, frameworks, and accessibility compliance for IRS taxpayer-facing applications.
- Guide the design and development of responsive, accessible, and user-friendly web interfaces using React, JavaScript/Typescript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
- Ensure compliance with USWDS, ODG, and WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards, performing code reviews for adherence to federal design and accessibility requirements.
- Collaborate with product owners, designers, and back-end engineers to define technical approaches for delivering scalable, reusable UI components.
- Provide expertise on front-end performance optimization, API integration, and secure coding best practices.
- Support CI/CD integration for front-end deployments using GitHub Actions and automated testing tools.
- Mentor front-end developers by conducing code reviews, sharing best practices, and supporting skills development.
- Act as a liaison to ensure alignment between design, accessibility, and development teams during the Agile lifecycle.
Education, Certification & Experience Requirements:Education:- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Certifications:- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust background investigation in accordance with IRS and Department of the Treasury personnel security policies.
- Minimum Requirements: Favorable Tier 2 - Moderate Risk Public Trust (SF-85P) investigation.
- Elevated Eligibility: Tier 4 - High Risk Public Trust (SF-85P) investigation, if duties involve elevated system privileges, access to sensitive IRS systems, or handling Federal Tax Information (FTI).
- Staff-Like Access: Contractor personnel must receive a favorable suitability determination before being granted staff-like access to IRS information systems.
- Employment is contingent upon passing the required background investigation and maintaining eligibility throughout the period of performance.
- CompTIA Sec+ (or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification) (Preferred).
- AWS Certified Developer - Associate or AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (Preferred).
- Certified Scrum Developer (CSD) or other Agile-related certification (Preferred).
- Certified Secure Software Library Professional (CSSLP) or equivalent security-focused credential (Preferred)
- AAP Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) or Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) (Preferred).
Experience:- 10+ years of experience as a front-end developer, with at least 7+ years in a senior or SME-level role on IT or government projects.
- Proven experience in Agile/Scrum environments delivering enterprise-scale web applications.
- Strong experience working with React, JavaScript frameworks, and cloud-hosted applications in AWS/Kubernetes environments.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:- Deep expertise in React including design patterns (i.e. provider context, hooks, state management), JavaScript/TypeScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3, and modern front-end development practices.
- Strong knowledge of federal design and accessibility standards, including USWDS, ODG, and WCAG 2.2 AA.
- Advanced skills in building scalable, reusable UI component libraries that meet accessibility and design guidelines.
- Skilled in front-end performance optimization, automated testing (Jest, Cypress, Selenium), and CI/CD workflows.
- Ability to architect front-end solutions and advise on technical decision-making for enterprise applications.
- Ability to mentor developers and lead code reviews, ensuring compliance with accessibility and security requirements.
Benefits:We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees and their families. Our offerings include medical and prescription drug plans, dental coverage, group life insurance, and options for supplemental life insurance to provide additional protection. We also provide short-term and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs to help employees manage personal and professional needs. Our package also includes identity theft protection and a competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions, giving employees valuable resources to protect their future and achieve long-term financial goals.
