Job Description
Job Description
Software Engineer, UI / UX
Position Type : Full Time
Salary Range : In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $130,000 - $192,000.
Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
Location : Colorado Springs, Colorado. This is not a remote position.
Additional Compensation : This position is eligible for an end-of-year bonus.
Employment Benefits : Bluestaq offers a wide range of competitive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Leave, and 401k.
For more information regarding Bluestaq benefits, please visit https : / / www.bluestaq.com / benefits.
About Bluestaq :
Where Tech Meets Tenacity
Ready to trade that "job" for a mission? Welcome to Bluestaq.
Grit isn't just a buzzword here; it's in our DNA. We're not just another tech company; we're a collective of innovators, risk-takers, dreamers, and trailblazers.
Founded in 2018, Bluestaq has quickly risen as a game-changer in enterprise software and secure data management. Our name?
A fusion of "blue" (military lingo for the good guys) and "staq" (as in software stack).
The Buzz Around Us
In just five years, we've amassed accolades like we're collecting rare vinyl. For two consecutive years, Bluestaq has been recognized as one of Inc.
5000's fastest-growing private companies and maintains a consistent presence on several of Colorado's Best Workplaces lists.
We're not just making waves; we're practically a tsunami in the Colorado tech world.
Why Colorado Springs? Why Not?
Nestled at the foot of the Rockies, downtown Colorado Springs isn't just our HQ; it's a lifestyle. Ranked #2 on U.S. News & World Report's Best Places to Live, this city is a tech hub that thrives and is alive.
Plus, 300 days of sunshine? Yes, please.
Join the Mission
If you're aiming to do the most impactful work of your career with a top-tier tech team, consider this your invitation to join Bluestaq.
We're eager to get acquainted.
Position Description :
As a Software Engineer, UI / UX, you will be crucial in designing, developing, and implementing innovative software user interfaces for our commercial e-commerce platform.
You will collaborate closely with other software engineers to deliver exceptional platform user experiences. Your primary focus will be on creating user-friendly UI / UX interfaces that are visually appealing, responsive, and highly functional.
Key Responsibilities :
- Collaborate with product managers and designers to understand user requirements and translate them into intuitive and visually appealing user interface designs.
- Develop and maintain Flutter and Angular platforms for the user interface of our commercial e-commerce systems.
- Strong front end development using programming languages such as Dart, JavaScript, TypeScript and Angular .
- Angular library knowledge for building web applications such as NGRX, RXJS , ng-bootstrap, Firebase, AngularFire2.
- Implement responsive designs that ensure seamless user experiences across multiple devices and platforms.
- Optimize application performance and ensure scalability to handle large-scale e-commerce operations.
- Conduct thorough testing and debugging to identify and resolve issues and ensure a high level of quality and usability.
- Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in user interface development and incorporate them into the platform's design and development processes.
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to enhance the overall quality of the codebase.
- Collaborate with backend developers to integrate user interfaces with server-side logic and RESTful APIs .
- Work in an agile development environment, effectively manage priorities and deliver tasks within the specified timelines.
Basic Qualifications and Skills :
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent practical experience will also be considered.
- Proven experience as a (UI / UX) User Interface Software Engineer, Frontend Developer, or similar role, with a focus on web application development.
- Strong proficiency in Flutter , AWS Repositories, and JavaScript.
- Front-end frameworks such as Flutter, React , Angular , or Vue.js is highly desirable.
- Solid understanding of responsive web design principles and experience in creating interfaces that adapt seamlessly to different screen sizes using Flutter .
- UI / UX design principles and the ability to collaborate effectively with designers to create visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces.
- Version control systems (e.g., Git ) and modern development tools and workflows.
- RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
- Familiarity with technologies and programming languages, such as Java, Python , Dart, or js , will be advantageous.
- A strong passion for creating exceptional user experiences and a keen eye for detail.
- Capable of delivering on multiple competing priorities within a team-centric environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Developing professional and technical expertise. Able to resolve routine issues and problems.
- Ability to communicate scope and state of work, including articulating roadblocks.
- Builds small features and contributes bug fixes in a reasonable time frame.
- Proactive and thoughtful in seeking clarification and asking questions.
- Finds the right balance between persevering on a problem and asking for help.
- Takes responsibility for their personal development and has a growth mindset.
- Displays a strong sense of ownership for projects.
Required Education : 6+ years of software development with a Bachelor of Science degree OR Associate degree with 2 additional years of experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree OR a High School Diploma with 4 additional years of experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
Clearance Requirement : This position requires the ability to obtain a TS / SCI Clearance. To be eligible for a clearance, US Citizenship is required, and an employee must agree to participate in a background screen and credit check.
Relocation : This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Bluestaq is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by state or local law.
Bluestaq will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities and employees whose work requirements interfere with a religious belief unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to Bluestaq or a direct threat.
Employees needing such accommodation are instructed to contact Human Resources immediately at [email protected].