Front End Web Developer - DPS

Job No: 10479MI

Position Front End Web Developer Client Name Detroit Public Schools (DPS) Requisition 160749 Location Detroit, MI Duration 1+ years Due Date 07/08/2026 C2C Possible Yes. Rate depends on experience Interview Method Web-based with Camera On.

NOTE: Hybrid role, requiring 60% onsite (Monday, Tuesday, Friday, with Wednesday/Thursday work from home). Portfolio or work samples of prior front-end work required. We can accept H1b, H4, TN and other valid work visas for IT. However we cannot accept OPT or CPT visas at this time.

Description

Our client is looking for a Front End Web Developer. In this role, you will own front-end design and development -- building intuitive, performant, and visually engaging interfaces.

This role requires close collaboration with the Senior Data Engineer and Infrastructure Architect (backend API, database) and the Deputy Executive Director, Data Services (project direction and stakeholder coordination). You will be expected to translate defined requirements into clean, maintainable code without introducing scope creep, and to work directly from technical specifications rather than through intermediaries.

Front-End Development

Design and build React/TypeScript web applications from defined technical specifications, across both display-only and authenticated use cases

Implement data visualization components including summaries, trend charts, and gamified recognition displays

Develop kiosk-style interfaces optimized for continuous, unattended display on screens and embedded devices

Build authenticated web parts within the SharePoint Online environment using the SharePoint Framework (SPFx)

Ensure all interfaces are visually clear, performant, and appropriate for younger audiences

API Integration & Authentication

Integrate front-end applications with RESTful APIs, including proper handling of authentication tokens, error states, and loading behavior

Implement Azure AD token acquisition flows for student-authenticated features using MSAL

Coordinate on API contracts and response shapes before building dependent UI components

Quality & Collaboration

Work directly from defined requirements -- this role does not define scope, requirements, or data business rules

Flag design ambiguities or requirement gaps before building, not after

Maintain clean, documented, version-controlled front-end code in Azure DevOps

Participate in sprint planning and review as needed

Skills Required

4 years - Work experience working in front-end development

• Demonstrated experience building production React applications with TypeScript
• Strong UI/UX sensibility -- able to own visual design and interaction decisions, not just implement them
• Experience integrating REST APIs into front-end applications, including authentication headers and error handling
• Proficiency with data visualization libraries (Recharts, Chart.js, or equivalent)
• Ability to build accessible, responsive interfaces appropriate for K-12 audiences
  
  

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Design, or a related field, and/or equivalent professional experience

Skills Desired

• Experience developing SharePoint Framework (SPFx) web parts
• Familiarity with Azure AD authentication and MSAL token acquisition flows
• Experience building kiosk-style or display-only web applications
• Prior work in K-12 education or public sector environments