Senior Web Developer

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. 

Battelle's Health Research and Analytics (HRA) business line is currently seeking a remote Sr. Web Developer to support our government customer in Portsmouth, VA. This Public Health (PH) program enables our government customer to maximize readiness through force health protection (FHP) strategies and solutions for current and potential Public Health (PH) threats. The core scientific and technical capabilities and product lines in this program are to conduct Health Surveillance, Epidemiology, and Analysis; Disease and Injury Prevention; and PH Consultation and Support for the benefit of active-duty service members, retirees, and their families. Battelle shall enable these capabilities and product lines by providing Scientific and Technical Information (STI) deliverables, by performing Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E), and other Research and Development (R&D) related analytical services.

Function as a member of a collaborative team that focuses on the design, development and maintenance of web and mobile apps using modern cross-platform codebases and WordPress websites focused on health, wellness and readiness. Support the designing and refining of user interfaces to create clean, intuitive, and accessible layouts.

• Designs, develops and maintains engaging, responsive, and user-centric digital experiences using WordPress and modern frameworks.
• Supports the development of wireframe and prototypes contributing to the overall UI/UX strategy.
• Build cross-platform web and mobile application from a single shared codebase (React Native).
• Provides web development expertise and develops solutions to a variety of complex problems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and translate user insight and goals in functional web and mobile experiences.
• Integrates APIs and data sources to deliver personalized user experiences.
• Participates in quality and usability testing.
• Maintains and enhances current professional and technical knowledge, contributes to team effort, and secures client confidence to provide quality service.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science or related field; 5 years of experience in web development; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
• Expert in JavaScript and modern frameworks and libraries (React, etc.).
• Skilled and knowledgeable in the use of and React Native.
• Expertise with WordPress content management system.
• Proficiency in HTML/HTML5, CSS / CSS3, PHP.
• Familiarity with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite) and basic database design principles.  
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 tools and AWS.
• Proactive, self-driven and a great team player.

• Experience with wireframing tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD)  
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines or Git workflows  
• Exposure to accessibility standards (WCAG)

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that. 
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects 
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer.  We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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