IDEA Factory - Full-Stack Software Engineer - Frontend Focus

Job Title

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:

• Strong front-end development skills with modern frameworks
• Experience with state management and component-based architecture
• Knowledge of web performance optimization and accessibility standards
• Understanding of user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design principles

Programming Languages & Frameworks:

• JavaScript/TypeScript (expert level)
• React.js with Redux/Context API or Vue.js with Vuex/Piniac
• HTML5, CSS3, SASS/SCSS
• Modern build tools (Webpack, Vite, Parcel)
• Testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright)
• 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.

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: No

For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

Department: ENGR-MTECH-IDEA Factory

Worker Sub-Type: Faculty Regular

Salary Range: $115,000 - $135,000

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.

EEO Statement: 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.

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