Key Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and maintain front-end and back-end components of web applications under the guidance of senior team members.
- Support the implementation of user interfaces using modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.
- Assist in building server-side logic, APIs, and database integrations using languages such as JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Java, C#, or Node.js.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including designers, QA testers, product owners, and business analysts.
- Troubleshoot and debug application issues, contributing to continuous improvement and performance enhancements.
- Work within government security, compliance, and technical standards.
- Support deployment activities and environments, including CI/CD tools and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent practical experience.
- 1–3 years of experience (including internships or academic projects) in full stack development.
- Proficiency with at least one front-end framework (React, Angular, or Vue) and one back-end environment (Node.js, Express, Django, or Flask).
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs, JSON, and database technologies (SQL and/or NoSQL).
- Understanding of Git-based version control and Agile development practices.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required.
- Must reside in the Continental US.
- Depending on the government agency, specific requirements may include a public trust background check.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting state federal government IT programs specifically within CMS or health industry.
- Experience building RESTful APIs.
- Exposure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI).
- Understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Previous experience working on government or regulated industry projects is a plus.
- Exposure to sandbox or pilot testing environments within Agile or DevSecOps pipelines.
Top Skills
What We Do
We are your human-centric innovation partner, crafting impactful user experiences for government and commercial sectors with an unwavering commitment to efficiency and excellence.
Our Core Capabilities:
CMS Data Experience
Our team has established deep domain experience in insurance, claims, and quality data throughout the CMS ecosystem. We equip healthcare stakeholders with insights to make informed policy decisions through strategic data management, integrating diverse data sources, and conducting analysis.
Enabling Interoperability in Healthcare
We build functionality using standards such as FHIR to allow for data interoperability between government agencies, providers, and patients. Guided by our long-time partnership with CMS and healthcare stakeholders, we advocate for patient data accessibility, striving to enhance the quality of care delivered.
Leaders in DevSecOps
As some of the earliest practitioners of DevSecOps within CMS, we exemplify the significance of a carefully engineered CI/CD pipeline. Amidst unprecedented HealthCare.gov registrations, our team safeguards its stability and reliability.
Consulting to Innovate
At Element, we act as consultative partners at the crossroads of innovation and our clients' needs. No matter the challenge, we identify and prioritize the appropriate methods, ensuring tailored solutions and using modern technologies.
We believe in a world where solutions we build improve the lives of those who use them, and the elements of Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity, Equity, Creativity are the foundation
