NextJS Developer

Remote
Full Time
Mid Level
Overview:
The NextJS Developer is responsible for designing, developing, documenting and maintaining software solutions that are managed by the UMGC Student Portal team. This front-end developer position includes the use of web framework technologies to deliver an innovative and optimal user experience in an agile environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop high-quality software solutions based on requirements.
  • Work in several web technologies, including Next.js, React, HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, and CSS. 
  • Collaborate with the Portal team to estimate, plan, and deliver user stories, bug fixes and tasks within the sprint.
  • Collaborate with other teams to identify and implement solutions. 
  • This is a Remote (work from home) position.
  • Follow best practices to guarantee adherence to WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards.
  • Perform code, environment, and design reviews to ensure that quality work is being completed.
  • Contribute to and lead delivery and deployment processes.
  • Collaborate with testers to ensure proper test coverage and resolve any defects; oversee the development and coordination of test plans and execution with QA resources, where appropriate.
  • Manage deployment CI/CD.
  • Troubleshoot, escalate and respond to incidents, problems, and emergencies with the appropriate level of urgency and professionalism and respond or delegate as needed.
  • Participate in daily scrum stand-ups and Agile ceremonies
  • Present to the team solutions to improve the current code base or platform.
  • Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Education
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred in software development, computer science, engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience and technical certificates.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Possesses expertise in the development, testing, and operational support of web applications.
  • Ability to analyze technical problems and propose solutions
  • Experience working in an agile development environment.
  • Knowledge and experience using the following technologies: Next.js, React, AngularJS, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JSON, JavaScript, Web Services, XML, and related technologies.
  • Proficient with Visual Studio Code
Experience in these areas a plus / preferred
  • Development in support of customer portals and mobile experiences
  • Work in higher education
  • Experience with Peoplesoft, Mulesoft
  • Experience with GitHub Copilot, AWS CodeWhisperer
  • UMGC or USM prior experience preferred
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