Frontend-First Software Engineer (React/UX)

Usmd; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks an experienced Frontend Developer to create intuitive user interfaces and ensure exceptional user experiences. Responsibilities include managing data flow between backend services and applications, and implementing responsive design principles. Candidates should have strong skills in JavaScript, React, and modern web technologies along with a Master’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience. The position is based in College Park, MD, with a salary range of $115,000 to $135,000.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Experience with state management and component-based architecture.
• Ability to manage data interaction between backend services and user-facing applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop intuitive user interfaces and ensure exceptional user experience.
• Manage data flow between backend services and user-facing applications.
• Implement responsive design principles for cross-device compatibility.

Skills

Strong front-end development skills with modern frameworks

JavaScript/TypeScript (expert level)

React.js with Redux/Context API or Vue.js with Vuex/Pinia

Knowledge of web performance optimization and accessibility standards

Understanding of user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design principles

Education

Master's in a related field

Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of exceptional experience

Tools

HTML5

CSS3

SASS/SCSS

Modern build tools (Webpack, Vite, Parcel)

Testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright)

CSS frameworks (Tailwind CSS, Material-UI, Bootstrap)

Job description

A leading educational institution seeks an experienced Frontend Developer to create intuitive user interfaces and ensure exceptional user experiences. Responsibilities include managing data flow between backend services and applications, and implementing responsive design principles. Candidates should have strong skills in JavaScript, React, and modern web technologies along with a Master’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience. The position is based in College Park, MD, with a salary range of $115,000 to $135,000.