💰 $2,000 - $50 🌍 Austin, Texas, United States 📅 09/09/2022
💰 $11,000 - $2,000 🌍 San Francisco, California, United States 📅 11/09/2021
## **About the Role**
[Gray](https://www.gray.digital/) is a human-centered digital services company
with a mission to transform critical government services using design and
technology. We partner with government agencies to deliver digital solutions
that are purposeful, trustworthy, and meet the needs of millions of Americans.
We're looking for the most tenacious and mission-obsessed team members
committed to nurturing a people-first culture and reimagining how the
government serves its citizens.
Our Software Engineer- Front End will work directly with The U.S. Department
of Veterans Affairs and Accenture Federal Services Services to modernize and
improve GI Bill claims processing for veterans, service members, and
dependents. As a key member of the team, you'll contribute directly to
impactful digital services transformation that empowers government agencies
and civil servants to better serve the American people by delivering a best-
in-class user experience.
You have a passion for writing clean, maintainable production-ready code and
understanding the software development lifecycle. You are a team player who
knows how to collaborate with many different teams and stakeholders, and
prevent technical bottlenecks. You are a self-starter who never stops
learning new ways to improve their code and help their team perform at its
best.
**Are you passionate about untangling and redesigning government services to
better serve Americans?** Do you strive to do meaningful work with a company
that cares about its people's well-being? In that case, **Gray is the right
company for you.**
## **What You’ll Do:**
* Develop user interfaces for complex websites and applications.
* Work closely with UX designers, web developers, and other team members to deliver an overall seamless user experience.
* Convert mockups into cross-browser HTML/CSS/JavaScript templates.
* Work alongside web developers to implement code.
* Test and document new features developed.
* Monitor trends in UI development and advocate technology standards and best practices.
* Understand UI guidelines for relevant operating systems and appropriately adjust interfaces.
## **What You’ll Bring:**
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required, specializing in computer science, engineering, or similar technical discipline.
* 5+ years of experience in UI development.
* Strong proficiency with web-related protocols and architectures (REST APIs, HTTP).
* Experience in web, mobile web apps, and PWA (Hybrid web apps like Phonegap/Ionic are a bonus).
* Proven expertise in modern JavaScript programming languages and UI Frameworks such as Iconic, Angular 8+, and Bootstrap.
* Experience submitting pull requests and reviewing/approving pull requests.
* Solid experience implementing automated tests leveraging Karma or Jasmine.
* Hands-on experience with deployment tools like Jenkins and Git.
* Angular integration with Rest Services
* Familiarity with Section 508 compliance for accessibility.
* Must be a U.S. citizen and legally authorized to work in the U.S now and in the future without sponsorship
* Bonus Points:
* Docker/Vagrant
* iOS and Android development
* E2E testing: Protractor
## **What Our Team Values:**
* **Mission and values-driven** \- passionate about prioritizing Gray’s values and mission to transform how the government serves its citizens.
* **Positive can-do attitude** \- can navigate challenges and find solutions while being tenacious, optimistic, and results-driven.
* **Self-starter with a bias for action** \- works well without a lot of direction and thrives on being accountable to discover problems, create goals, and execute plans.
* **Resilience** \- dependable in the face of adversity and handle uncertainty and obstacles with grace and elegance.
* **Collaboration** \- embrace differing perspectives to make better decisions and collaborate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
* **Passion** \- strong ability to motivate and inspire people to do their best work.
* **Communication** \- exceptional written, verbal, relationship building, and emotional intelligence skills.
* **Curiosity** \- constant desire to learn and improve.
* **Analytical thinking -** in search of the truth and can dig into data to make reasoned decisions objectively.
* **Integrity and selflessness** \- treat people with respect, take a stand yet commit even in disagreement, and are known for your candor and sincerity.
## **Compensation**
* ** **$110,00-130,000**** ** Base Salary + Benefits + Growth Potential**
## **Why Gray (Benefits and Perks):**
Gray is an experienced team of dreamers, doers, and change-makers brought
together by a shared commitment to doing work that matters, solving big
problems, and upholding Gray's mission and
[values](https://www.gray.digital/company#page-
section-5e71a0fbaf92da34bfd21fd2) in our daily interactions.
While our headquarters are in Boulder, CO (recently named the best place to
live by U.S. News), **we are a remote-first company, and you're free to work
where you work best, anywhere within the US.**
We care about the happiness of our people. We offer an industry-best benefits
package and cultivate an environment of empowerment, autonomy with
accountability, and a commitment to a healthy work-life balance. Join our team
and help defend our vision to deliver meaningful work and a people-first
culture.
“ _If you want to build a ship, don't drum up the people to gather wood,
divide the work, and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast
and endless sea._ ”
Here are highlights of our[ **benefits
package:**](https://www.gray.digital/careers)
* **Competitive Compensation -** We monitor industry salaries annually and make sure we’re paying in the top tier based on skills and experience for every position at the company. Base salaries are standardized on the Colorado market (our headquarters).
* **Remote-Friendly -** We hire the most talented technologists from across the country and are committed to being a remote-first company. We want you to perform at your best and promise to help you feel comfortable and connected wherever you call home.
* **Flexible Work Schedules -** We treat our people like adults and trust you to manage your schedule. We offer flexible hours to align with your work style.
* **Unlimited Vacation -** Taking time off to promote health and wellness is crucial to your well-being. There are no prescribed vacation or sick day policies. If you’re feeling under the weather or need a mental health day, take time to recharge, it's good for you!
* **100% Health Coverage -** We pay 100% of your medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.
* **401k Match -** Saving for retirement and investing in your financial future is important. That’s why Gray matches 401K contributions up to 6% of your salary.
* **Professional Development -** We want to invest in your growth and development. If you find a class, conference, or opportunity to advance your skill-set, we will help offset the cost up to $2,000.00 per year.
* **Wellness Allowance -** We want you to do your best work, and we know that your health and happiness are critical to making that happen. We offer up to $50.00 per month reimbursement toward whatever it is that heals you-yoga class, acupuncture--you name it!
* **Publishing and Speaking Opportunities -** We encourage you to be thought leaders and share your knowledge and expertise. Let's build a more interconnected, diverse, and prosperous digital services community together.
* **Swag Budget -** New hires receive a gift certificate to Gray’s curated [**online store**](https://www.gray.digital/store-) of branded merchandise. We promise it’s quality merch you’ll enjoy. Take a peek and see for yourself. We’re regularly adding new products.
* **Tech and Tools Allowance -** You choose whatever technical tools you need to work most effectively. Each year, you can expense up to $500 on the tech gear and tools you need. This includes an external monitor, standing desk, 3D printer, and more.
* **Mission and Public Good Impact -** We are brought together by a shared commitment to do work that matters. You’ll work on projects that transform government services, strengthen national defense, and are critical to the well-being of millions of Americans.
* **Work-life balance.** Whether you need to take a midday run or step out to pick up your kid from childcare, we want to see your best self at Gray - that means helping you lead a healthy life outside of work.
Our mission is bold, audacious, and there’s a lot on the line. It’s a
significant career move, and we appreciate the courage and passion that go
into considering us. We look forward to hearing from you.
## **What You Should Know:**
* Federal contracts require that you be a U.S. Citizen to be eligible for employment.
* All work must be conducted within the U.S.
* You may be required to meet additional pre-employment contingencies to the extent required by applicable law at the time of hire or any time thereafter.
* **Equal Opportunity & Inclusive Workplace. **Gray is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and making our organization a hospital and accessible place for all individuals. Gray is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, work-related injury, covered veteran status, political ideology, marital status, or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination.
## **About Gray**
Gray is a human-centered digital services company using design and technology
to transform government services. We deploy highly efficient, cross-functional
digital service teams to empower government agencies and civil servants to
better serve the American people. These multi-disciplinary groups leverage
agile software development, DevOps, and human-centered design to **deliver
mission-critical products with a purpose.**
Founded by technologists from the White House's [U.S. Digital
Service](https://www.usds.gov/) (USDS), Gray has experience at the highest
levels of government, academia, and the commercial sector. Our executive
leadership and advisory board have diverse backgrounds from a wide range of
organizations, including Google, Deloitte, The White House, The U.S. Military
Academy at West Point, Airbnb, Duke University, and more.
Our team members have created and sold tech startups led COVID 19 front-line
operations, served tours of civic service to reimagine government in the
digital era, and built some of the most innovative and well-loved technology
products on earth. Leveraging our unique blend of government, academia, and
commercial expertise, we work closely with our partners to solve their most
pressing technical challenges.
The Gray team is brought together by a shared commitment and unconventional
approach to untangle and redesign mission-critical government services.
Whether we're improving access to Veterans' disability benefits, building
sensors to save lives in war-torn Syria, or developing secure and equitable
products for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), we thrive on
delivering digital solutions that are purposeful, trustworthy, and meet the
needs of millions of people.
At Gray, we’ve established a people-first strategy. That's why our culture
encourages self-care, professional development, and nurturing a sense of
ownership and responsibility. We believe that a happy team and intentional and
mindful growth lead to the best outcomes for our partners and our business.
