Front End Developer (Junior to Mid Career)

Kforce - Austin, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Austin, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Front End Developer (Junior to Mid Career) in Austin, TX (onsite). This position is ideal for an amazing developer who is ready to work in a collaborative team environment. The company values creativity and continuous learning, making it a great opportunity for those who want their voices heard in a small but stable and profitable company. The role involves engineering lightweight UI components that scale well over time and meet modern web standards. Developers will be responsible for transforming wireframes from conception to reality while collaborating closely with a team. The software developed will be used by some of the largest financial institutions in the world, providing a unique opportunity to work on impactful projects. Additionally, the role includes continually improving the UI code base by contributing to code reviews and routine maintenance, ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Engineering lightweight UI components that scale well over time and meet modern web standards.
• Transforming wireframes from conception to reality while collaborating with a team.
• Building software used by some of the largest financial institutions in the world.
• Continually improving our UI code base by contributing to code reviews and routine maintenance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Experience in visual mediums and UI/UX.
• Experience with object-oriented programming.
• Self-starter who takes initiative and helps drive product design.
• Comfortable working in a non-structured, agile development environment with short release cycles.
• Interest in financial technology.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Familiarity with any JavaScript Framework.
• Familiarity with concurrency.
• Experience interacting with a web service API.
• Experience with website design.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary
• Fun and relaxed environment
• Exposure to real-world projects and hands-on software development experience
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field
• Potential for future career opportunities based on performance
• Opportunity to learn about the financial services industry in the US, UK, Canada, Ireland and Australia
• Always stocked kitchen full of drinks and snacks
• Comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees
• Paid time off for salaried personnel