Remote Front End Engineer

Description:

• Bixal is seeking a Front-End Engineer to work remotely from anywhere in the USA.
• The role involves maintaining and evolving the VA Design System (VADS) and VA Forms Library.
• You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to build and optimize reusable, accessible web and mobile components for VA digital services.
• Your work will directly impact millions of Veterans and their families, ensuring they have seamless and user-friendly experiences when accessing VA benefits and services.
• This is a full-time position contingent on contract award by the client, with a defined performance period of up to one year.
• The company emphasizes transparency and collaboration, keeping you informed about contract updates and new opportunities.
• Responsibilities include developing responsive front-end components, collaborating with designers and engineers, writing clean code, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards, participating in code reviews, and optimizing front-end performance.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree and at least four years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Proficiency in React and JavaScript/TypeScript is necessary.
• Experience with CSS, HTML, and responsive design principles is required.
• Familiarity with design systems, component-based development, state management, and tools like Stencil and StoryBook is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of RESTful APIs and Git-based workflows is needed.
• Understanding of accessibility standards such as Section 508, WCAG 2.2 AA, and ARIA roles is essential.
• A user-centered mindset with a passion for creating inclusive experiences for Veterans and their families is required.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively in a remote, agile team are necessary.
• A proactive, solution-oriented approach to problem-solving is expected.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and adapt based on feedback is important.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality, well-documented code is required.
• Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Benefits:

• The position offers a salary range of $100,000 - $110,000 a year.
• Employees enjoy flexible hours and a 401K with matching incentives.
• Parental leave and medical/dental/vision benefits are provided.
• A Flex Spending Account is available for employees.
• The company offers short-term disability and life insurance.
• Commuter benefits are included.
• Employees receive generous paid time off (PTO) and 11 paid holidays.
• There are professional development opportunities to support career growth.