Angular/.node js Full Stack Developer (Junior)

Job Title: Angular/.node js Full Stack Developer (Junior)

Duration:12 months+ (possible extension for multiple years)

Location: Linthicum, MD, 21090

Client: Maryland Benefits/MD Think

CJAMS Operations team (Child Welfare and Adult Service)

Position Description:

The Computer Programmer (Junior) shall translate detailed program flowcharts into program-coded instructions used by third- and fourth-generation, or current state-of-the-art computers.

Looking for a talented and detail-oriented Full Stack Developer with experience in Angular, Node.js and PostgreSQL to join our operations team. Will be responsible for maintaining scalable and high-performance web applications, working across the full development stack - from user interfaces to API services and databases

Manage and perform /coordinate corrections to individual production data issues identified by users and development teams, to facilitate integrity of data and system processing.

Maintain responsive front-end interfaces using Angular (v12 or newer) and TypeScript

Optimize RESTful APIs and backend services using Node.js and Express.js

Manage database schemas, queries, and procedures in PostgreSQL

Ensure cross-browser compatibility, responsiveness,. and application performance

Write clean, well-documented, and testable code

Troubleshoot bugs, optimize performance, and ensure the application meets quality standards

Participate in code reviews, agile ceremonies, and release planning

Integrate third-party services and APIs as needed

Education: This position requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in computer science, information systems, engineering, business, or a related scientific or technical discipline; or three (3) years of equivalent experience in a related field.

General Experience: The proposed candidate must have at least three (3) years of computer programming experience.

Strong hands-on experience with Angular, Node.js and PostgreSQL

Good understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles

Experience with REST API development and integration

Familiarity with Git, CI/CD tools and Agile development practices

Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed team

Attention to detail and strong sense of ownership

Specialized Experience

Familiarity with Docker, Cloud Platforms (AWS) and DevOps concepts

Exposure to authentication/authorization mechanisms such as JWT or OAuth2

Knowledge of frontend state management tools (e.g., NgRx)

Basic understanding of performance optimization and database indexing