Front End Developer I

Job Title: Front End Developer I

Employment Type: Full-Time
Company: VSI Technologies
Work Location: Remote
Start Date: Immediate
Reports To: Engineering Manager / Technical Lead

Position Summary

VSI Technologies is seeking a Front End Developer I to support and enhance production web applications for enterprise and government clients. This role requires a developer who can contribute on day one, work within existing codebases, and follow established technical standards.

This is not a training role. Candidates must already understand front-end development in real production environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain front-end features using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+)
• Build and enhance UI components using React (functional components and hooks)
• Integrate front-end applications with RESTful APIs
• Implement responsive layouts using Flexbox and CSS Grid
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and consistent UI behavior
• Debug and resolve UI defects using browser developer tools
• Follow existing design systems, coding standards, and documentation requirements
• Participate in code reviews and apply feedback efficiently
• Support enhancements and bug fixes for existing applications
• Deliver assigned work on schedule with minimal supervision

Required Technical Skills (Must Have)

• HTML5
  • Semantic markup
  • Accessibility fundamentals
• CSS3
  • Flexbox and Grid
  • Responsive layouts and media queries
  • Experience with utility or preprocessor frameworks (SASS, Tailwind, or similar)
• JavaScript (ES6+)
  • Async/await and promises
  • DOM manipulation and event handling
  • Data handling and basic error management
• React
  • Functional components
  • Hooks (useState, useEffect, useContext)
  • Component-based architecture
• API Integration
  • REST API consumption
  • JSON data handling
• Version Control
  • Git (branches, pull requests, merge conflict resolution)
• Build Tools
  • npm or yarn
  • Familiarity with Webpack, Vite, or similar tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with TypeScript
• Familiarity with UI component libraries (Material UI, Ant Design, Chakra, etc.)
• Understanding of front-end performance optimization
• Exposure to secure coding practices
• Experience supporting enterprise or government systems
• Basic understanding of CI/CD workflows

Minimum Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional front-end development experience
• Experience working on production web applications
• Ability to work independently and follow established processes
• Portfolio or code samples available upon request

Professional Expectations

• Ability to read and extend existing code without breaking functionality
• Strong attention to detail and code quality
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Accountability for deliverables and deadlines
• Respect for structured, process-driven environments

What This Role Is Not

• Not an internship
• Not a training or “learn as you go” role
• Not a UI/UX designer position

Applicants who require basic front-end training should not apply.

About VSI Technologies

VSI Technologies delivers technology solutions across government, defense, and enterprise sectors. We value:

• Reliability over experimentation
• Clean, maintainable code
• Professionals who execute without constant oversight