Front-end Developer: React UI for Enterprise Systems

TrulyHired; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech is seeking a Front-end Developer to design, develop, and document modern user interfaces. You will contribute across the full UI lifecycle, from requirements through deployment, collaborating with internal teams to deliver accessible, responsive components.

Candidates should have a Master’s in a related field and strong React/JavaScript skills, plus experience with Material UI, Jest, and CI/CD. Exempt, regular appointment, on-site in Blacksburg, VA.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in CS, IT, or related field.
• Proven experience with React and JS frameworks.
• Experience with React Material UI and testing with Jest.
• Full lifecycle UI development, requirements to implementation.
• Strong HTML, CSS, and responsive design skills.
• Familiarity with WCAG accessibility guidelines.
• Collaborative, detail-oriented, and communicative.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy, and test responsive front-end UI components.
• Prepare specs, coordinate deployments with user departments.
• Investigate user problems and identify optimal solutions.
• Analyze enhancement requests and plan implementations.
• Guide and review work of other technical staff.

Skills

React

JavaScript

HTML/CSS

Unit testing (Jest)

Responsive design

Web accessibility (WCAG)

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

React Material UI

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Docker

TanStack Query (React Query)

Ellucian Banner

Job description

Virginia Tech is seeking a Front-end Developer to design, develop, and document modern user interfaces. You will contribute across the full UI lifecycle, from requirements through deployment, collaborating with internal teams to deliver accessible, responsive components.

Candidates should have a Master’s in a related field and strong React/JavaScript skills, plus experience with Material UI, Jest, and CI/CD. Exempt, regular appointment, on-site in Blacksburg, VA.