Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.

The Work

The Web Developer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining secure, robust, and user-focused web applications and websites. The Web Developer works closely with project teams, including system architects, security professionals, and stakeholders, to ensure all solutions meet agency standards for accessibility, compliance, and information security.

This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable, and responsive web applications and websites in accordance with federal and agency requirements.
• Maintain and update existing web properties to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and security, implement enhancements as required.
• Apply secure coding practices and comply with cybersecurity standards, including vulnerability identification and remediation.
• Ensure web applications and websites meet Section 508 and other accessibility compliance requirements through ongoing review and testing.
• Integrate web applications with enterprise systems, including databases, APIs, and other agency platforms, to ensure interoperability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, including diagnosing bugs, optimizing performance, and addressing user feedback in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for application architecture, design decisions, codebase, deployment procedures, and user guidance.
• Collaborate effectively with project managers, UI/UX designers, security engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver solutions that meet agency goals.
• Remain current with evolving web technologies, security practices, and federal regulatory changes, recommending improvements when beneficial.
• Support all phases of web application testing, including unit, integration, and user acceptance tests, and participate in independent verification and validation.
• Provide technical guidance and advice to project teams and agency clients regarding web development best practices, security compliance, and technical risks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need

The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.

• Web Developer Senior:
  • Bachelor’s degree in web development, computer science, or software engineering.
  • Security+ (CompTIA).
  • 5-8 years’ web development experience. This skill level typically performs all functional duties independently and may oversee the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.
  • Active Secret Security Clearance is required.

Minimum Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze systems and procedures.
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple design streams across concurrent work effort.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter).
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options.
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided).
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year.
• Paid Time Off.

 Reports to: Managing Director

Working Conditions

• Professional office environment, with the ability to work onsite in the main office.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.