Web Application Developer | Remote

xtscareers; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health plans

PTO + 11 holidays

401(k) matching

Disability & life insurance

Professional development

Job summary

The National Map team at USGS is seeking a Web Application Developer to enhance public-facing geospatial web applications. This remote role focuses on accessible interfaces, data delivery, and modern web technologies to make USGS geospatial information easier to access and understand.

You will contribute to codebases, document technical decisions, and collaborate across teams to deliver responsive interfaces using React, Node.js, and related tools, with opportunities to grow in AWS-based

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Web Development or a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience developing, enhancing, and maintaining responsive, user-focused web applications and interfaces using JavaScript, React, and modern JavaScript libraries.
• Ability to document development workflows and technical decisions through written documentation, code comments, assignment tickets, or similar methods.
• Strong collaboration and initiative with the ability to work effectively as part of a team, take ownership of assigned work, and proactively identify opportunities to improve applications and development processes.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development, enhancement, and maintenance of public-facing web applications.
• Improve functionality and create visually appealing web interfaces for geospatial data.
• Document workflows, decisions, and changes through documentation, comments, and tickets.

Skills

JavaScript

React

Modern JavaScript libraries

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Web Development

Tools

Node.js

Vite

Next.js

TypeScript

ArcGIS JavaScript API

AWS

Job description

Web Application Developer | Remote

Overview

Help enhance the public-facing technology behind The National Map, one of the U.S. Geological Survey’s key resources for providing authoritative geospatial information to the Nation.

As a Web Application Developer, you will contribute to the development, enhancement, and maintenance of public-facing web applications that make USGS geospatial data easier to access, explore, and understand. You will work within existing codebases to improve functionality, develop visually appealing web interfaces, enhance the presentation of geospatial information, and support the processing and delivery of geospatial data through scripted processes. You will also document development workflows, technical decisions, and changes through written documentation, code comments, and assignment tickets.

This role is a strong fit for someone who enjoys working with modern web technologies, improving user-focused applications, and applying web development skills to meaningful geospatial technology. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to applications that help make trusted information more accessible and useful to the people and organizations that rely on The National Map.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Web Development or a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Proven experience developing, enhancing, and maintaining responsive, user-focused web applications and interfaces using JavaScript, React, and modern JavaScript libraries
• Ability to document development workflows and technical decisions through written documentation, code comments, assignment tickets, or similar methods
• Strong collaboration and initiative with the ability to work effectively as part of a team, take ownership of assigned work, and proactively identify opportunities to improve applications and development processes

Desired

• Familiarity with Python scripting for geospatial data processing
• Proficiency with modern web development technologies such as Node.js, Vite, Next.js, Typescript, or similar tools
• Background developing web mapping applications with ArcGIS JavaScript API or similar geospatial mapping technologies
• Exposure to AWS cloud infrastructure and services

Why XTS?

At XTS, we are committed to creating a supportive and collaborative environment where innovation thrives. As a veteran-owned company, we take pride in providing our employees with the tools, training, and opportunities needed for professional growth. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team focused on advancing environmental research and public service.

Benefits Include

• Flexible healthcare, dental, and vision plans
• Paid time off (PTO) and 11 federal holidays
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Short- and long-term disability, life insurance, cancer insurance, and pet insurance
• Ongoing professional development and advancement opportunities