Front End Software Developer Job Sterling Alaska USA,Software Development

Location: Sterling

Job Summary

The Front End Software Developer will work as part of a multidisciplinary Agile team developing and maintaining next-generation mission management applications. The role focuses on front-end development, user interface design, responsive web applications, automated testing, cloud-native microservices, and integration with modern software development and Dev Sec Ops practices.

The developer will contribute to designing, developing, troubleshooting, and maintaining data-rich applications with complex user workflows. The position requires strong JavaScript and Type Script skills, experience with modern front-end frameworks, and the ability to collaborate effectively within an Agile development environment.

Responsibilities

Front-End Software Development

Develop and maintain web applications and user interfaces.
Build responsive and user-friendly interfaces for data-rich applications.
Develop and maintain front-end components using JavaScript and Type Script frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
Work with HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles.
Integrate user interfaces with RESTful APIs and Web Sockets.
Troubleshoot and resolve application issues and defects.

Software Development & Testing

Design, develop, and maintain cloud-native applications and microservices.
Write automated tests for software components.
Apply Test Driven Development practices where appropriate.
Participate in code reviews and maintain high standards of software quality.
Work with Java, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and REST microservices as part of the broader application stack.

Cloud & Dev Sec Ops

Deploy applications through automated Dev Sec Ops pipelines.
Work with AWS cloud services and cloud-native technologies.
Support CI/CD processes using Git Lab and related tools.
Work with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Assist with troubleshooting and resolving bugs within development and deployment environments.

Agile Collaboration

Participate in Agile stand-up meetings and other Agile ceremonies.
Work within Agile Kanban development processes.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary development teams.
Communicate project status and technical issues effectively.
Participate in technical exchange meetings and contribute to team problem-solving.

Technologies

Java
Spring Boot / Spring Framework
REST Microservices
JavaScript / Type Script
Vue.js / React / Angular
Bootstrap
HTML / CSS
Vite
Mockito / JUnit / Cypress
PostgreSQL / MySQL / Redis
AWS DynamoDB
AWS EC2 / RDS / S3 / SNS / SQS / Lambda
Git / Git Lab
Jira / Confluence
Git Lab CI/CD
Sonar Qube
SAST
Docker / Kubernetes

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience in front-end development.
TS/SCI with CI Poly or willingness to obtain CI Poly.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Proficiency in JavaScript and modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
Strong understanding of HTML/CSS and responsive design principles.
Experience with version control systems such as Git.
Familiarity with RESTful APIs and Web Sockets.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Willingness to work within Agile Kanban processes and dynamic development environments.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team.
Current Security+ certification or willingness to obtain it.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with Agile methodologies and Dev Ops processes and tools.
Experience with Amazon Web Services.
Experience with container management tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Experience with Git/Git Lab source code management.
Experience using Test Driven Development tools such as Cypress and Mockito.
Experience with database systems such as MySQL and Redis.
Willingness to contribute to full-stack development.