Steampunk

Front End Developer

Steampunk$85K — $170K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Must be able to obtain Public Trust security clearance
  • Master's degree with 1 year of experience, or Bachelor's with 3 years, or 8 years of experience without a degree
  • At least one professional certification related to technical services
  • 3 years of experience with React, TypeScript, or similar front-end frameworks
  • Strong understanding of CSS architecture, modern JavaScript (ES6+), and state management tools
  • Experience with CI/CD workflows using tools like Jenkins or GitHub Actions
  • Containerized development experience using Docker

Responsibilities

  • Design and optimize front-end components using React/TypeScript
  • Collaborate with designers to build accessible, mobile-friendly web applications
  • Integrate front-end components with APIs and microservices for seamless functionality
  • Participate in Agile processes, including code reviews and continuous integration
  • Implement automated testing frameworks for ensuring code quality
  • Troubleshoot performance and compatibility issues across browsers
  • Support CI/CD practices and document shared libraries and components

Benefits

  • Work in a collaborative, Agile environment with cross-functional teams
  • Opportunity for career advancement and mentoring junior developers
  • Engagement in innovative projects utilizing cutting-edge technologies
  • Flexible work arrangements and a focus on achieving work-life balance
  • Participation in continuous training and professional development programs
Full Job Description
Overview

As a Front-End Developer, you will collaborate with designers, product owners, and back-end developers to deliver intuitive, high-performance, and accessible web applications. We are looking for candidates with 3-5 years of experience building modern front-end solutions within Agile and DevSecOps environments. You will play a key role in shaping user experiences and implementing scalable, secure, and maintainable front-end architecture.

Contributions

Responsibilities include:

  • Design, develop, and optimize front-end components and web interfaces using React/TypeScript (or similar modern frameworks).
  • Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate wireframes and design mockups into responsive, accessible, and mobile-friendly web applications.
  • Integrate front-end components with APIs and microservices to ensure seamless end-to-end functionality.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and continuous integration processes.
  • Implement automated testing frameworks for unit and component testing (e.g., Jest, Cypress).
  • Troubleshoot performance, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibility issues.
  • Support build/release management and continuous deployment practices using CI/CD pipelines.
  • Provide documentation for front-end components, shared libraries, and usage guidelines.
  • Mentor junior developers and contribute to improving front-end development standards and best practices.
  • Present UI solutions and interactive demos to stakeholders.
  • Implement solutions and provide continuous improvement recommendations
  • Presenting technical solutions and demos to a variety of stakeholders
Qualifications

Required:

  • Must be able to obtain Public Trust
  • Master's degree and 1 year of relevant experience; OR
    • Bachelor's degree and 3 years of relevant experience; OR
    • No degree and 8 years of relevant experience
  • Possesses at least one professional certification relevant to the technical service provided
  • 3 years of experience with modern front-end development using React, TypeScript, or similar frameworks (e.g., Angular, Vue). Strong understanding of CSS architecture, modern JavaScript (ES6+), and state management tools (Redux, Zustand, etc.).
  • Experience developing accessible and performant web interfaces following WCAG and responsive design principles.
  • 3 years of experience with CI/CD workflows using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar tools.
  • Experience with containerized development using Docker.
  • Proficiency with unit and integration testing frameworks.
  • Backend: Java, Spring Boot, Spring Security, JPA/Hibernate

  • Frontend: Angular and/or React

  • Database: SQL (PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, or similar RDBMS)

  • API Design: RESTful services

 

Preferred:

  • Experience supporting technical demonstrations or tech challenges
  • 3+ years of application development in an Agile environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills
  • Node.js, JavaScript/TypeScript

  • Observability: OpenTelemetry, CloudWatch, or Prometheus/Grafana

  • CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps

  • Cloud: AWS or Azure

About steampunk

Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $85,000 to $170,000.  The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk’s total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here. 

 

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

 

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