Senior Front End Application Developer

$89,200 - $193,800/Yr

WSP Global - Denver, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Denver, CO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

WSP's Visualization and Data Intelligence (VDI) national practice is seeking a full-time Senior Front End Application Developer to join our dynamic team in either Denver, CO, or Buffalo, NY, with the possibility of considering other WSP office locations. This role is integral to our mission-driven professional services and consulting projects, where we focus on innovative visual design and technology solutions that shape our communities. As a member of the VDI practice, you will engage in a variety of challenging projects that require a blend of creativity and technical expertise. In this position, you will be responsible for architecting, developing, testing, and delivering modern data-driven .NET web applications that are not only performant but also adhere to our creative team's designs and meet responsive design and accessibility requirements. You will lead various web development projects utilizing modern technologies to create fast and intuitive user experiences. The work environment is fast-paced, and you will be expected to implement best coding practices proactively while mentoring junior team members. Your role will involve conducting requirements gathering and needs analysis, developing technical specifications for web solutions, and transforming wireframes and mock-ups into reusable code. You will also communicate effectively with a diverse workforce across the United States, providing project updates, training, and troubleshooting support. Additionally, you will maintain and enhance legacy applications and participate in business development initiatives, including client meetings and proposal support. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional development as you stay current with web development technologies and industry trends, all while adhering to WSP's culture of service, collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, test, and deliver modern data-driven .NET web applications.
• Lead a variety of web development projects using modern development technologies.
• Proactively implement best coding practices and convey those practices to the team.
• Conduct requirements gathering and develop technical specifications for web solutions.
• Transform wireframes and mock-ups into reusable code and build high-quality, scalable UI components.
• Communicate project updates and provide training to a workforce across the United States.
• Perform development tasks within specified budgets and timeframes.
• Pursue professional development to stay current with web development technologies and industry trends.
• Maintain, support, and enhance legacy applications.
• Actively participate in business development initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, or related discipline.
• 7-10 years of professional experience in custom web-based data-driven application development using C# and .NET.
• Strong focus on responsive front-end user interface and user experience builds.
• Proficiency with front-end development frameworks like React, Vue, Angular, or Blazor.
• Proficiency with HTML5, JavaScript (ES6+), CSS3, and JSON.
• Proficiency with Section 508 and WCAG 2.0 accessibility requirements.
• Proficiency with build tools including Webpack, Tailwind, and SASS.
• Experience with Content Management Systems such as Umbraco, Kentico, or WordPress.
• Experience working with AWS and Azure for web application deployment.
• Experience with cross-browser compatibility testing.
• Experience checking the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
• Experience with GIS and custom web map development in Mapbox, Google Maps, or ESRI.
• Experience mentoring junior team members.
• Working knowledge of SEO principles.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft platforms, frameworks, and tools (Visual Studio, ASP.NET, and C#) and Microsoft SQL Server.
• Self-starter, highly motivated, organized, and self-disciplined.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in the consulting industry or a fast-paced multi-project environment.
• Experience designing workflows and data management techniques to increase efficiencies.
• Knowledge of the engineering and professional services industry.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid sick leave and vacation.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.