JavaScript Developer

Codetech•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and motivated JavaScript Developer to modernize internal productivity and scheduling applications. The successful candidate will help rebuild and replace legacy ColdFusion applications with modern, efficient, and user-friendly JavaScript-based solutions. This contract role contributes directly to improving departmental workflow and efficiency. The position is 100% remote.

Requirements

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, such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
Proficiency in HTML5 and CSS3.
Experience with asynchronous programming and APIs, including RESTful APIs.
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.
Proactive and detail-oriented approach to work.
Minimum of 3–5 years of professional JavaScript development experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with back-end JavaScript frameworks and runtimes, such as Node.js or Express.
Familiarity with database technologies such as MySQL.
Experience with testing frameworks such as Jest, Mocha, or 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 willingness to learn about the existing applications.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with department staff, IT personnel, and other stakeholders to understand existing application functionality and gather requirements for new applications.
Design, develop, test, and deploy web-based productivity and scheduling applications using JavaScript and relevant front-end frameworks, libraries, or modern vanilla JavaScript.
Develop and integrate with back-end APIs, databases, and services.
Ensure application performance, security, and scalability.
Write clean, well-documented, maintainable code.
Participate in code reviews to support code quality and adherence to best practices.
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues.
Assist with migrating data and functionality from existing ColdFusion applications to JavaScript-based solutions.
Stay current with JavaScript trends, tools, and best practices.
Contribute to technical documentation for implemented solutions.
Provide ongoing support and maintenance for deployed applications during the contract period.