Front End JavaScript Developer

Job Description Job Description All communication regarding GeekSI's current openings will be conducted through www.geeksi.tech. Any other email correspondences should be considered fraud and reported as phishing. GeekSI is seeking candidates matching our corporate culture. A candidate must be passionate about their craft and think a little differently than the average employee. After joining the Geek Team, they will inherently contribute to GeekSI's reputation of providing the best, most innovative technical resources in the industry. GeekSI forges trust through integrity and hard work, delivering outstanding technology solutions that bring measurable value to our customers. Work hard, play hard We are currently NOT offering Sponsorship. For example, no H-1B, O-1, E-3, EAD, TN or any related sponsorships. Below are some of the responsibilities the JavaScript Developer (front-end) may be expected to assume in their position: Contribute to requirements gathering meetings Review and analyze user stories, features and epics, along with acceptance criteria Understand “Definition of Done” Contribute to sprint planning Regularly provide demonstration of code to customers, in additional to sprint reviews Provide consistent sprint story point estimation as well as maintaining agile velocity Design for new components Utilize design patterns Provide daily scrum work process status Create, build and deliver quality, secure code using development tools for the user stories assigned to them Unit test code delivered, using automated scripts or manual execution Conduct peer code reviews in a professional manner Adhere to project coding standards Maintain all product artifacts in version control Support configuration management locally and in other environments Support release builds and deployments, contributing to automation where applicable Verify code is ADA compliant, secure, and will meet performance requirements and other non-functional requirements of the project Supports testing activities Support deployments into production Supports Tier 2 troubleshooting Fixes defects Must attempt to understand the customer, to “be in their” shoes, in order value the importance of the product being delivered Must take care of and encourage other team members Must deliver software that meets or exceeds customer expectations, verified during sprint reviews The Must-Haves: To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below. Must currently reside in the US. Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other Information Technology major (Or equivalent work experience) 5 years’ experience developing applications with Javascript and Node JS. 5 years experience working with Java applications. Knowledge of object-oriented design methodologies-Knowledge of Information Systems Development Methodology (ISDM) Familiarity with common programming tools such as Redux, IDEs (Eclipse and Intellij), RESTful APIs, Git repositories, TypeScript, version control software, and remote deployment tools Experience using code repositories. Knowledge of relational and object-oriented database designs Ability to be creative, to use sound judgment, and to display foresight to identify potential problems and design/specifications and assigned application software systems. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to work independently. Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments. Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines without sacrificing quality. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Preferred Skills/Experience: The experience listed below are preferred for this job Experience with Maven Experience with Weblogic Experience with libraries like React or jQuery Experience with Jenkins Knowledge of React and common tools used in the wider React ecosystem, such as Node.js and npm Experience with Cloud Technologies: Spring Cloud, AWS, and GCP Industry Certifications (eg AWS, Azure, Security) Familiarity with Agile development, specifically Scrum, Extreme Programming (XP) and Kanban Knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals GeekSI now covers 100 percent employer contribution toward health insurance premiums for employees and 50 percent for dependents. GeekSI provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, veteran or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development. Pay: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Education: Bachelor's (Required) Experience: React: 5 years (Preferred) jQuery, AJAX, Angular, or related libraries: 5 years (Preferred) JavaScript: 5 years (Required) Work Location: Remote Company Description Geeks develop software. GeekSI was founded in 1998, born out of a desire to deliver customer-first services with no compromise on quality, technical acumen, and integrity. GeekSI is a Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) certified Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) and a Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) certified business. We provide the highest quality IT and engineering services to state and federal governments, as well as the commercial industry. GeekSI’s technical expertise spans many business domains including Health IT and Benefits. GeekSI has a reputation for dedicating excellent technical and professional experts to our projects with retention rates as high as 95%. Our highest priority is doing business the right way: forging trust by delivering results. We have been providing analysis, Agile development, and testing services to federal organizations since our launch 25 years ago. GeekSI delivers Digital Transformation to our customers, leveraging six core competencies: Agile DevSecOps; Business Intelligence and Big Data; System Interoperability; Cloud Migration and Maintenance; AI, Business Rules, and Intelligent Systems; and Business Process Re-Engineering. Company Description Geeks develop software.\r\n\r\nGeekSI was founded in 1998, born out of a desire to deliver customer-first services with no compromise on quality, technical acumen, and integrity. GeekSI is a Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) certified Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) and a Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) certified business. We provide the highest quality IT and engineering services to state and federal governments, as well as the commercial industry. GeekSI’s technical expertise spans many business domains including Health IT and Benefits. GeekSI has a reputation for dedicating excellent technical and professional experts to our projects with retention rates as high as 95%. Our highest priority is doing business the right way: forging trust by delivering results. We have been providing analysis, Agile development, and testing services to federal organizations since our launch 25 years ago.\r\n\r\nGeekSI delivers Digital Transformation to our customers, leveraging six core competencies: Agile DevSecOps; Business Intelligence and Big Data; System Interoperability; Cloud Migration and Maintenance; AI, Business Rules, and Intelligent Systems; and Business Process Re-Engineering.