Front-End Software Developer

About The Company

Cognitive is an esteemed IT and software engineering services company dedicated to enhancing the quality, speed, and delivery of healthcare programs for the US government. With extensive clinical expertise and practical experience, our team comprehends the complex challenges faced by government agencies and their constituents daily. This in-depth understanding enables us to develop innovative IT solutions that seamlessly connect various aspects of healthcare delivery, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness. At Cognitive, we are committed to guiding government agencies toward technological innovation in healthcare, fostering improved outcomes and streamlined processes.

About The Role

We are seeking a skilled Front-End Software Developer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating responsive, user-centric web interfaces that provide an engaging experience for end-users while ensuring smooth integration with back-end systems. Your primary focus will be on front-end development, but a comprehensive understanding of full-stack concepts is highly valued. You will leverage modern automation and AI tools to enhance application performance and functionality. Collaborating closely with designers and back-end developers, you will transform wireframes and design concepts into fully functional web applications that meet client specifications and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of professional software development experience
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript fundamentals and the jQuery library
• Expert-level knowledge of CSS, including preprocessors like SASS or LESS
• Proficiency in semantic HTML and mobile-first development principles
• Experience with Git for version control and collaborative development
• Hands-on experience with API development and REST Web Services

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• US Citizenship and ability to pass a government background check
  
  

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-quality, responsive web applications using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
• Utilize jQuery and vanilla JavaScript to create engaging user experiences and handle complex DOM manipulations
• Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code compatible across various browsers and devices
• Collaborate with designers and back-end developers to convert wireframes into functional web applications
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and optimize applications for speed and scalability
• Design, write, unit test, and document application code, including customized forms and workflows
• Interpret and produce clear reports, requirements definitions, user stories, and detailed design documents

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• Participate in software design and architecture discussions to ensure alignment with functional and non-functional requirements
  
  

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a mission-driven organization impacting healthcare IT
• Collaborative environment with innovative and passionate professionals
• Flexible work arrangements supporting a healthy work/life balance, including 100% remote work
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic environment
  
  

Equal Opportunity

Cognitive is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.