Web Application Developer

Amentum; Dearborn, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amentum in Dearborn, MI is seeking a Web Application Developer to deliver and support web-based tools that improve operational workflows in a test laboratory environment.

You will design, develop, test, and maintain applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL and other technologies; experience with VBA/Excel and Angular is a plus.

This on-site role emphasizes collaboration with engineers, technicians and managers to translate business needs into efficient software solutions.

Qualifications

• Associates or B.S. in Computer Science or related field required or strongly preferred.
• Experience delivering tools and applications for operations or business processes.
• 2+ years general coding, scripting, and SQL experience.
• Web app coding: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, jQuery; server-side skills desirable.
• MS Office tools used for planning and teamwork; VBA/Mobile development a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support web-based applications to improve workflows.
• Plan, design, develop, test, launch, and maintain software tools.
• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, planners and managers.
• Apply business process modelling and project management to software work.

Skills

General coding experience

SQL

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

Office productivity

VB/VBA

Mobile development

Education

Associates or B.S. in Computer Science

B.S. in Software Engineering

Tools

Angular

Cloud-based servers

ColdFusion

Excel Macros/VBA

Job description

We are the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers

We are hiring a Web Application Developer to work in Dearborn, MI.

As a Web Application Developer you will deliver and support applications and tools that improve the efficiency of operational processes/workflows, request and resource management within a test laboratory or prototype planning engineering environment. Responsibilities may include conceptualizing, planning, designing, developing, testing, launching, and/or maintaining web-based applications. The most successful candidates will apply strong business process modelling, project management and programming skills to satisfy the needs of users such as technicians, engineers, planners and managers. Knowledge of a variety of client and/or server-side programming languages (e.g. Excel Macros/VBA, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, Cold Fusion) is a solid foundation to start and grow in this position. You will rely on effective communication skills and technical savvy to plan, coordinate and complete a variety of often complex assignments both independently and as a member of a team. Drive for results, creativity, resourcefulness, self-motivation, and versatility will be rewarded.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND /OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Associates or B.S. in Computer Science field
• The ideal candidate has experience and passion for conceptualizing, designing, developing and/or delivering efficient tools and applications in support of operations or other structured business processes.
• General coding or scripting experience (2+ years desired)
• Database planning, creation & modification including SQL experience (2+ years desired)
• Web application coding experience; both client-side: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, jQuery, and server side: (2+ years desired)
• MS Office Applications used for planning and communication within a team and among work partners.
• Visual Basic/VBA or Mobile application development experience a plus

Desired EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND /OR SKILL

• B.S. in Software Engineering
• Technical/engineering training or experience, especially in a test laboratory or prototype engineering environment is a plus.
• Familiar with Angular (Google based framework)
• Understanding of cloud-based servers.
• Experience with AI programs or applications
• ColdFusion or similar

Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position

• Lifting: Up to 50 lbs., 5%
• Special clothing/equipment (wearing): PPE may be required including slip resistant hardened toe shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection in designated areas, 100%
• Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (90%), Standing (50%), Bending (20%), Stooping (20%).
• High noise level: Exposure to high noise areas possible in test facility, 25%

Description of Work Environment

• Inside? Outside? Combination? Where?: Inside office environment, test lab, 100%
• Travel/transportation requirements: May require occasional local travel, 5%

Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks

• Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Computer, fax machine, copier, telephone, 100%
• Vehicles, forklifts, etc. operated which?: NA
• Tools used in trade - which ones?: NA
• Other: NA

Criticality of Attendance

• Overtime, regular days, off days: Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 100%
• Shift, 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Day shift
• Necessity for regular attendance: Critical
• Urgency for punctuality: Critical, position is on-site and not remote.
• Work hours are normally 8 hours per day and 5 days per week, Monday-Friday. Regular attendance on client site during scheduled hours is extremely important, except for deadlines and meetings. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary to meet deadlines. Must exhibit flexibility of work hours to adjust to surge situations based on critical mission requirements

Other Essential Functions

Must complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers. Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to employees or others. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner. Independent personal transportation to office or work site is required.

Compensation Details:

N/A

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

08/13/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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