UI Developer

Cloud and Things; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Cloud and Things is seeking a UI Developer to support the NYS Integrated Eligibility System. The role focuses on translating requirements into enterprise UI components, building reusable code, and delivering unit-tested solutions within a collaborative team.

Hybrid work in Albany, NY with monthly in-person meetings. Ideal candidates have 7+ years in complex projects and strong frontend JavaScript framework experience (Angular/React, Bootstrap, jQuery, HTML, CSS) plus Spring API experience.

Qualifications

• More than 7 years of experience on complex projects, including at least 2 years in a developer leadership role (Level III).
• More than 5 years developing frontend UI applications with JavaScript-based frameworks, including Angular or React, Bootstrap, jQuery, HTML, and CSS; and using Spring APIs/frameworks, including Spring MVC, Spring Batch, Spring Boot, and Spring REST.
• At least 2 years working on an Integrated Eligibility System program across Health and Human Services workstreams, including Data Management, Shared Services, and Fair Hearings.

Responsibilities

• Translate business requirements and use cases into enterprise applications and corresponding unit tests.
• Collaborate with technical leads and architects to convert high-level and low-level designs into technical components.
• Develop applications according to technical requirements, architecture principles, and design standards.
• Build reusable code and libraries for platform and shared services.
• Produce application deliverables aligned with business needs, system design, and project plans.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders; perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow approved telecommuting arrangements; fully remote consultants must attend monthly Albany office meetings and major milestone meetings as needed.

Skills

JavaScript

Angular

React

Bootstrap

jQuery

HTML

CSS

Spring MVC

Spring Boot

Spring REST

Spring Batch

Git

Jenkins

Maven

MongoDB

Azure

Google Cloud

Okta/SSO/AD

Kafka

Redis

OpenShift

Tools

Git

Jenkins

Artifactory/Nexus

Maven

Oracle/SQL Server

MongoDB

Azure

Google Cloud

Kafka

MuleSoft

Redis

OpenShift

Job description

Our goal is to solve problems and deliver results for our clients. At Cloud and Things, you can be a part of transforming the public sector’s IT environment. Our team is on the forefront of helping to solve the government's most complex IT challenges. If you are seeking a role that offers the opportunity to work on rewarding projects, consider a career with Cloud and Things.

This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience

Job Title: UI Developer

Location: Albany, NY (Hybrid)

Duration: 30 months (with potential for extension)

W2 Hourly Rate: $65–$85/hour

Application Deadline: 10/15/2026

Overview

We are seeking a UI Developer who will support our NYS client. This Developer Level III role supports the Integrated Eligibility System (IES) program by translating business requirements and technical designs into enterprise user-interface applications. The developer will collaborate with architects, technical leads, and stakeholders to build reusable components, deliver unit-tested solutions, and align implementation with program standards.

Duties

• Translate business requirements and use cases into enterprise applications and corresponding unit tests.
• Collaborate with technical leads and architects to convert high-level and low-level designs into technical components.
• Develop applications according to technical requirements, architecture principles, and design standards.
• Build reusable code and libraries for platform and shared services.
• Produce application deliverables aligned with business needs, system design, and project plans.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders; perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow approved telecommuting arrangements; fully remote consultants must attend monthly Albany office meetings and major milestone meetings as needed.

Mandatory Qualifications

• More than 7 years of experience on complex projects, including at least 2 years in a developer leadership role (Level III).
• More than 5 years developing frontend UI applications with JavaScript-based frameworks, including Angular or React, Bootstrap, jQuery, HTML, and CSS; and using Spring APIs/frameworks, including Spring MVC, Spring Batch, Spring Boot, and Spring REST.
• At least 2 years working on an Integrated Eligibility System program across Health and Human Services workstreams, including Data Management, Shared Services, and Fair Hearings.

Desirable Qualifications

• 7+ years implementing extensive unit tests using automated test frameworks.
• 5+ years with continuous integration, build, and dependency management tools such as Git, Jenkins, Artifactory/Nexus, and Maven.
• 7 years writing complex SQL statements and queries for Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server.
• 5+ years implementing applications using microservices or service-oriented architecture principles.
• 3+ years using NoSQL storage such as MongoDB.
• Working knowledge of cloud-based systems such as Azure or Google Cloud.
• Working knowledge of security platforms such as Okta, single sign-on (SSO), and Active Directory.
• Working knowledge of distributed platforms such as Kafka, MuleSoft, and Redis.
• Working knowledge of container platforms such as Red Hat OpenShift.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to lead impactful transformations in the public sector infrastructure.
• Engagement with high-profile government initiatives, supporting meaningful change.
• Professional development through exposure to innovative Agile practices and leadership collaboration.
• A collaborative environment that values ownership, initiative, and continuous learning.

Ready to make a difference?

We’re eager to connect with qualified candidates committed to delivering results and fostering excellence within client projects.

Cloud and Things complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.