About the role
Overview
AMERICAN SYSTEMS, a 100% employee-owned federal government contractor, is seeking a Senior Web Applications Developer to support mission-critical initiatives in Dallas, TX . In this role, you will lead the modernization, enhancement, and maintenance of secure web applications that support data-driven decision-making and operational effectiveness.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience in React.js , Node.js , JavaScript , HTML , CSS , SQL , and RESTful API integration , along with the ability to refactor legacy systems , improve application scalability and performance, and collaborate with stakeholders in Agile development environments.
Responsibilities
As a Senior Web Application Developer with AMERICAN SYSTEMS, you will have the opportunity to do the following:
- Modernize and maintain web apps for scalability and performance
- Write modular code in React.js , Node.js , JavaScript , HTML , and CSS
Refactor legacy code
- to reduce debt and improve readability
- Build dashboards , workflows, and visualizations for data-driven apps
- Optimize SQL queries and ensure database performance and security
- Define and deliver scalable solutions with stakeholders
- Work in Agile (Scrum, XP, Kanban) environments
- Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers
- Provide actionable reports and analytics for informed decisions
Maintain, modernize, and refactor web applications for improved
scalability, performance, and maintainability
.
Qualifications
- Active TS clearance w/SCI eligibility REQUIRED
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field (or equivalent years of relevant experience).
8-10 years
- of relevant experience
- Active DoD 8140 IAT II level certification (e.g., Security+ CE or equivalent) or ability to obtain Security+ CE certification within 90 days of hire
- Proficiency in React.js , Node.js , JavaScript/HTML/CSS , and SQL
- Experience developing and integrating RESTful API s.
- Experience with Git or other version control systems.
Ability to analyze, refactor, and improve
legacy applications
.
Familiarity with Linux (RHEL) administration and update management.
Experience working in Agile environments , including Scrum or XP methodologies.
NOTE : U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance
Pay Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $155,000.00/Yr. - USD $175,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
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