JavaScript Developer

We are seeking a skilled and motivated JavaScript Developer to play a crucial role in
modernizing our internal productivity and scheduling applications. The successful candidate will
be instrumental in rebuilding and replacing our existing legacy ColdFusion applications with
modern, efficient, and user-friendly solutions using JavaScript and related technologies. This is
an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to improving the department's workflow and
efficiency on a contract basis.
Responsibilities:
? Collaborate with stakeholders, including department staff and IT personnel, to
understand existing application functionalities and gather requirements for new
applications.
? Design, develop, test, and deploy new web-based productivity and scheduling
applications using JavaScript and relevant front-end frameworks and libraries (e.g.,
React, Angular, Vue.js, or modern vanilla JavaScript).
? Develop and integrate with back-end APIs, databases, and services.
? Ensure the performance, security, and scalability of developed applications.
? Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code.
? Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
? Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues.
? Assist in the migration of data and functionality from existing ColdFusion applications to
new JavaScript-based solutions.
? Stay up-to-date with the latest JavaScript trends, tools, and best practices.
? Contribute to the development of technical documentation for implemented solutions.
? Provide ongoing support and maintenance for deployed applications during the contract
period.Qualifications:
Required:
? Proven experience as a JavaScript Developer with a strong portfolio of web application
development projects.
? Solid understanding of core JavaScript concepts and modern ECMAScript standards.
? Experience with one or more modern JavaScript front-end frameworks or libraries (e.g.,
React, Angular, Vue.js, etc.).
? Proficiency in HTML5 and CSS3.
? Experience with asynchronous programming and working with APIs (RESTful, etc.).
? Familiarity with version control systems, preferably Git.
? Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
? Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
? Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively as a contractor.
? A proactive and detail-oriented approach to work.
Desired (Beneficial):
? Experience with back-end JavaScript frameworks and runtimes (e.g., Node.js, Express).
? Familiarity with database technologies (e.g., MySQL).
? Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Mocha, Cypress).
? Knowledge of web security best practices.
? Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
? Experience migrating legacy applications to modern technologies.
? Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or other cloud environments.
? Familiarity with ColdFusion or a willingness to learn about the existing applications.
Education and Experience:
? Minimum of 3-5 years of professional JavaScript development experience.

Position is 100% remote.

Required Skills : Javascript

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Additional Skills :

Background Check : No

Drug Screen : No