Web Developer

FosterThomas; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the United States is looking for an Employee Engagement and Recruiting Specialist. This full-time position encompasses designing and developing accessible web applications while ensuring compliance with federal standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in front-end and back-end technologies, with strong collaboration skills. The role involves working with cross-functional teams to enhance web applications and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of relevant professional experience in web development.
• Experience with front-end frameworks required.
• Knowledge of federal contracting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop user‑friendly web applications.
• Implement APIs and front‑end logic.
• Ensure compliance with federal accessibility standards.

Skills

Front-End Development

Back-End Development

Database Management

Security Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CSS frameworks: Tailwind, Bootstrap, Material UI

JavaScript frameworks: React, Vue, Angular

Node.js (Express, NestJS)

Python (Django, Flask, FastAPI)

SQL databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server

Job description

Employee Engagement and Recruiting Specialist at FosterThomas

Introduction

The Web Developer II supports Snowbird Agility’s mission to transform federal service delivery. This role reinforces operational excellence, agility, and high-quality delivery across client programs.

Position Summary

The Web Developer II is responsible for providing technical expertise, supporting mission‑critical delivery, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to advance Snowbird’s objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and develop user‑friendly, accessible web applications.
• Implement APIs, front‑end logic, and UI enhancements.
• Ensure Section 508 compliance and federal accessibility standards.
• Debug, test, and optimize web components.
• Work closely with UI/UX and software engineering teams.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Contribute to Snowbird operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Support documentation, reporting, and cross‑team communication.
• Participate in internal training, coaching, and knowledge‑sharing activities.

Desired Technical Skillset

• Front‑End Development
  • CSS frameworks: Tailwind, Bootstrap, Material UI
  • Front‑end frameworks/libraries: React, Vue, Angular
  • TypeScript (highly preferred in modern teams)
• Back‑End Development
  • Node.js (Express, NestJS)
  • Python (Django, Flask, FastAPI)
  • PHP (Laravel, Symfony)
  • Microservices architecture (optional but valuable)
• Databases
  • Relational databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server
  • Query optimization & schema design
• Tooling and DevOps
  • Build tools: Webpack, Vite, Rollup, Babel
  • CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins)
  • Docker & container‑based deployment
• Security Skills
  • OWASP Top 10
  • Secure coding practices
  • HTTPS, TLS, CORS
  • Input sanitization and CSRF/XSS protection

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–7 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Federal contracting experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs as needed.
• Occasional travel up to 10%.

Compliance Requirements

• Must pass federal background checks.
• Maintain annual cybersecurity and ethics training.
• Adhere to all Snowbird and federal guidelines.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Project Management

Industries

Business Consulting and Services