Junior Web Developer

General Dynamics Information Technology; Remote; USD 73,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A major technology consulting firm seeks a Junior Web Developer in Fairfax, Virginia. The role involves creating and maintaining responsive web applications for a federal project, utilizing modern frameworks like Angular and React and AI tools such as GitHub Copilot. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of web development experience and a strong focus on user experience. This position is fully remote, offering competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

401K with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness packages

Paid vacation and holidays

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in web development with a focus on responsive design.
• Proficiency in front-end frameworks such as Angular and React.
• Experience with AI tools, particularly GitHub Copilot.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive web applications using modern frameworks.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate design prototypes into web pages.
• Ensure web applications are secure and performant.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Responsive design

Web security practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Angular

React

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

GitHub Copilot

AWS

Job description

We are seeking a Junior Web Developer with a minimum of 3 years of experience in Application Modernization to join our dynamic team. The position will play a critical role in the modernization of the Delivery Operations Information System (DOIS) for the United States Postal Service (USPS). The Web Developer will be responsible for developing and maintaining user interfaces for the DOIS modernization project for USPS, and embedding Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities within the modernized application. The individual will focus on creating a seamless and responsive web experience, leveraging modern web technologies and AI tools such as GitHub Copilot.

We are excited to welcome a motivated Web Developer who is passionate about creating exceptional user experiences and driving innovation in web development. Join us in shaping the future of our products and services through cutting‑edge technology!

How a Web Developer will make an impact

• Develop and maintain responsive web applications using modern frameworks like Angular, React, or similar technologies.
• Implement front‑end solutions that are mobile responsive and compliant with Section 508 Accessibility standards.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate design prototypes into interactive and functional web pages.
• Utilize AI tools such as GitHub Copilot to assist in code generation, refactoring, and optimization.
• Ensure web applications are secure, performant, and scalable by following best practices and industry standards.
• Integrate front‑end components with back‑end services via REST APIs and other data communication methods.
• Performs work associated with the analytical, statistical, and programming skills to collect, analyze, and interpret large data sets; develop data‑driven solutions to difficult business challenges
• Conduct thorough testing of web applications to ensure cross‑browser compatibility and device responsiveness.
• Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, and sprint reviews.
• Work closely with other developers, business analysts, and testers to understand requirements and deliver high‑quality web solutions.
• Design, develop, and maintain end‑to‑end reporting solutions, leveraging full stack developer skills to integrate front‑end visualization tools with back‑end data processing and storage systems.

What you’ll need to succeed

Education :

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fields, preferred but not required.
• If there is no relevant college degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required.

Required experience and residency

• 3+ years of experience in web development with a strong focus on responsive design.
• Must have experience with AI tools, particularly GitHub Copilot, for code generation and optimization.
• Proficiency in modern front‑end frameworks and libraries such as Angular, React, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Familiarity with REST APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud technologies (AWS).
• Strong understanding of web security practices and standards.
• This position has a U.S. residency requirement. The USPS security clearance process requires the selected candidate to have resided in the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for the last five years as follows: U.S. Citizens cannot have left the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for longer than 6 months consecutively in the last 3 years (unless they meet certain exceptions). Non‑U.S. Citizens cannot have left the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for longer than 90 days consecutively in the last 3 years.

Required skills

• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and meet deadlines.

Desired skills

• AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer).
• Experience with AWS AI tools and platforms, such as Bedrock, Sagemaker, and Transform.
• Experience in a USPS environment or similar federal IT projects.
• Certification in web development technologies or frameworks (e.g., AWS Certified Developer - Associate).
• Experience with Version One Agile Lifecycle Management Tool.

Location

• Remote

Security clearance level

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust and successfully pass a thorough Government background screening process requiring the completion of detailed forms and fingerprinting

Visa sponsorship

VISA SPONSORSHIP WILL NOT BE PROVIDED FOR THIS POSITION

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• The internal mobility team is dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities include paid education and certifications
• Cutting‑edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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The likely salary range for this position is $73,965 - $85,100. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Our benefits package for all US‑based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. GDIT typically provides new employees with 15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness and an additional 10 paid holidays per year. Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on the employee’s date of hire. The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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