IDEA Factory - Full-Stack Software Engineer - Frontend Focus
Usmd, College Park, MD, United States
# **Job Description Summary**Organization's Summary Statement:
Maryland Technology Enterprise Institute (MTech) seeks a professional who will develop user interfaces and ensure high-quality user experiences while managing data interaction between backend services and user-facing applications.
The position's responsibilities will include Frontend Development & User Experience such as develop intuitive user interfaces and ensure exceptional user experience. Manage data flow between backend services and user-facing applications. Build and manage API calls from frontend to backend systems. This position will implement responsive design principles for cross-device compatibility.
The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland catalyzes high-
quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing our students to create innovations that will address the 21st century Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and transforming research and learning activities into innovations that benefit millions.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Master's in a related field. Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of exceptional experience will be considered.
Experience: 3+ years of professional experience.
Required Technical Skills:
a Strong front-end development skills with modern frameworks
b. Experience with state management and component-based architecture
c. Knowledge of web performance optimization and accessibility standards
d. Understanding of user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design principles
Programming Languages & Frameworks:
a. JavaScript/TypeScript (expert level)
b. React.js with Redux/Context API or Vue.js with Vuex/Pinia
c. HTML5, CSS3, SASS/SCSS
d. Modern build tools (Webpack, Vite, Parcel)
e. Testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright)
f. CSS frameworks (Tailwind CSS, Material-UI, Bootstrap)
Physical Demands:
Sedentary work performed in a normal office environment; exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Ability to attend meetings both on and off campus.
Preferences:
NA
Licenses/ Certifications:
NA# **Additional Job Details****Additional Information:** UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future**Required Application Materials:** Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, List of References**Best Consideration Date: February 4, 2026****Posting Close Date:**
**N/A****Open Until Filled: Yes**# **Financial Disclosure Required**NoFor more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit .# **Department**ENGR-MTECH-IDEA Factory# **Worker Sub-Type**Faculty Regular# **Salary Range**$115,000 - $135,000# **Benefits Summary**For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this .# **Background Checks**Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.# # **Employment Eligibility**The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.
Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.# The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.# # **Resources*** Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with# **Search Firm Managed Recruitment**# There are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm.Please visit the link below to see these available opportunities:The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first “Do Good” campus.The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.**Resources*** Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities withThe University works hard to make its websites accessible to any and all users. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at one of the below options:Email: jobs@umd.edu
Phone: 301.405.7575
Maryland Relay: Dial 711
This contact information cannot be used to inquire about application status.
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Maryland Technology Enterprise Institute (MTech) seeks a professional who will develop user interfaces and ensure high-quality user experiences while managing data interaction between backend services and user-facing applications.
The position's responsibilities will include Frontend Development & User Experience such as develop intuitive user interfaces and ensure exceptional user experience. Manage data flow between backend services and user-facing applications. Build and manage API calls from frontend to backend systems. This position will implement responsive design principles for cross-device compatibility.
The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland catalyzes high-
quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing our students to create innovations that will address the 21st century Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and transforming research and learning activities into innovations that benefit millions.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Master's in a related field. Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of exceptional experience will be considered.
Experience: 3+ years of professional experience.
Required Technical Skills:
a Strong front-end development skills with modern frameworks
b. Experience with state management and component-based architecture
c. Knowledge of web performance optimization and accessibility standards
d. Understanding of user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design principles
Programming Languages & Frameworks:
a. JavaScript/TypeScript (expert level)
b. React.js with Redux/Context API or Vue.js with Vuex/Pinia
c. HTML5, CSS3, SASS/SCSS
d. Modern build tools (Webpack, Vite, Parcel)
e. Testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright)
f. CSS frameworks (Tailwind CSS, Material-UI, Bootstrap)
Physical Demands:
Sedentary work performed in a normal office environment; exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Ability to attend meetings both on and off campus.
Preferences:
NA
Licenses/ Certifications:
NA# **Additional Job Details****Additional Information:** UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future**Required Application Materials:** Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, List of References**Best Consideration Date: February 4, 2026****Posting Close Date:**
**N/A****Open Until Filled: Yes**# **Financial Disclosure Required**NoFor more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit .# **Department**ENGR-MTECH-IDEA Factory# **Worker Sub-Type**Faculty Regular# **Salary Range**$115,000 - $135,000# **Benefits Summary**For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this .# **Background Checks**Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.# # **Employment Eligibility**The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.
Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.# The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.# # **Resources*** Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with# **Search Firm Managed Recruitment**# There are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm.Please visit the link below to see these available opportunities:The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first “Do Good” campus.The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.**Resources*** Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities withThe University works hard to make its websites accessible to any and all users. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at one of the below options:Email: jobs@umd.edu
Phone: 301.405.7575
Maryland Relay: Dial 711
This contact information cannot be used to inquire about application status.
#J-18808-Ljbffr