Frontend Developer (Js, TypeScript)
About Aretum
Aretum is a mission-driven organization dedicated to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions across the defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our commitment lies in supporting government agencies and organizations by providing strategic, technological, and transformational services that address their most critical challenges. We prioritize investing in our people and fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation to ensure our clients achieve their objectives efficiently and effectively. As a company, we uphold the highest standards of integrity and excellence, aiming to make a meaningful impact through our work. Our focus on innovation and adherence to compliance requirements, such as safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), underscores our dedication to security and trustworthiness in all our endeavors.
About The Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Frontend Developer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing expert technical support, maintenance, and enhancements to a client application, ensuring its accessibility, reliability, and optimal performance within an Agile, sprint-based development environment. The ideal candidate will possess robust expertise in modern web technologies, including JavaScript frameworks, responsive design, and accessibility standards such as Section 508 and WCAG. You will leverage AWS cloud services, RESTful APIs, Git/GitHub, and open-source solutions to develop scalable, user-centric applications. This position offers the opportunity to work remotely with occasional travel, supporting federal government projects that require adherence to strict security and compliance protocols. Your contributions will directly impact the success of critical government initiatives, and your technical expertise will help deliver high-quality solutions aligned with client needs.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of frontend development experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or 6 years of additional relevant experience in lieu of a degree
- Proficiency with modern web technologies including HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles
- Experience with JavaScript development using modern standards and frameworks such as React
- Understanding of Section 508 compliance and WCAG accessibility standards
- Experience with accessibility testing tools, both automated and manual
- Ability to consume and integrate RESTful APIs
- Experience working within agile development methodologies
- Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git/GitHub
- Experience creating web layouts from static images, views, and templates within full-stack frameworks
- Knowledge of AWS cloud environment and familiarity with Python backend and TypeScript front-end development
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Responsibilities
- Provide expert technical support for maintaining and enhancing the client application
- Implement development, accessibility, integration, and optimization tasks within an Agile, sprint-based cycle
- Ensure the application's availability, correct operation, and adherence to performance standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, accessible, and reliable web solutions
- Utilize AWS cloud services, RESTful APIs, and open-source tools to support application development
- Conduct accessibility testing, both automated and manual, to ensure compliance with Section 508 and WCAG standards
- Create and implement responsive web layouts from static images and prototypes
- Participate in code reviews, version control, and documentation efforts to maintain high-quality standards
- Support continuous improvement through feedback and iterative development processes
- Stay current with emerging web development trends and best practices to enhance application performance and user experience
- Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues promptly to minimize downtime
Benefits
- Competitive salary range of $110,000-$130,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive health care plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement plan options such as 401(k)
- Life insurance coverage, including voluntary and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
- Paid time off and family leave policies (maternity, paternity)
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Opportunities for training, professional development, and career growth