What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Frontend Developer position at Hexagon US Federal?
Company Overview
At Hexagon US Federal we provide cutting-edge technologies and a wide range of professional services to enable our customers to make smarter and faster operational decisions and improve mission effectiveness.
Hexagon US Federal is an independent subsidiary of Hexagon Corporation exclusively focused on bringing the broad range of Hexagon technologies to the US Federal government and its partners.
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Employees: 300
Operating Locations: Chantilly, VA (HQ); Huntsville, AL; Lexington Park, MD, and other client sites across the US
As a GIS Frontend Developer,you will be part of the Cartographic Web Services (CWS) Team. CWS is a proven solution for rapid production of cartographic products that leverages over 30 years of Hexagon US Federal research and development into the automation of the cartographic process. The CWS product is currently being used by national mapping agencies to produce series-based maps at the national mapping agency level for both military and humanitarian missions.
You will be responsible forboth updating and maintaining the existing web frontend for CWS, while working hand-in-hand with the UI/UX team to design the new generation of the CWS user experience using modern web development technologies. Under the guidance of senior team members, you will be responsible for design and enhancements that support various government organizations and end users.
- Work with UI/UX team to implement a new frontend for our automated mapping system
- Deliver new features, enhancements, and bug fixes for the existing frontend
- Write unit tests, integration tests, and application code within products and box
- Responsible for the end-to-end delivery of software and cloud capability
- 2-4 years implementing modern web applications
- B.S.in Computer Science, a STEM related discipline, or relevant coursework in geographic information science
- Experience with at least one of the modern web development frameworks (Vue,React, or Angular)
- Highly experiencedwith JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
- Experience deploying and supporting end-user software with an active user-base
- Comfortable in Windows development and application environments
- US Citizenship with an ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance
What we will provide in return:
- Competitive health care plans with savings accounts
- Dental and vision plans
- 401k with 100% company match up to 6%, with immediate vesting on company match
- Life and disability insurance
- Learning Management System with robust offerings
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Flexible hybrid and remote working arrangements where possible
- 13 paid holidays per year
- Thrive Wellness Program
- DE&I and Veterans’ focused Employee Resources Groups with regular educational sessions and communications
- Leadership Development Program with multiple learning options
Hexagon US Federal is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
