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Job Title: Web Developer Location: Salt Lake City, UT Duration: 6 months Salary: $140K - $160K Work Schedule: 9/80 work shift Experience Level: Mid to Senior Company Overview: Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Realizing early on that our most prized assets are our employees, we continually focus our attention on improving the overall work/life experience they have supporting the mission. Our Team is pushed every day to use their industry leading knowledge to provide end-to-end solutions to combat our nation's toughest and most secure problems. If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don't look any further than Cornerstone Defense. Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled Web Developer for a 6-month subcontract position based in Salt Lake City. This role involves developing complex, web-based forms that interact with Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS). The ideal candidate will have mid to senior-level experience and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop dynamic web forms using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript * Implement interactive features and client-side validation * Build and maintain server-side applications using Python, PHP, Java, Ruby, or Node.js * Utilize frameworks such as Django, Laravel, Spring, or Express * Design and manage database schemas; perform operations using SQL with MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, or SQLite * Integrate web forms with backend services and databases for data processing and retrieval * Use ORM tools like SQLAlchemy, Hibernate, or Sequelize * Develop and manage RESTful or GraphQL APIs * Ensure data security through proper authentication, authorization, and secure coding practices * Provide user feedback and updates based on form submissions and database interactions Additional Responsibilities: * Build complex web-based forms using Blazor, Visual Studio, and .NET * Develop applications using Microsoft Power Apps * Work with MS SQL Server Integration * (Nice-to-have) Interface with Microsoft Dynamics (CRM) Qualifications: * Proficiency in front-end technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js * Strong understanding of back-end development with Node.js, Python, PHP, Java, or Ruby * Experience with web frameworks such as Django, Laravel, Spring, or Express * Solid SQL skills and experience with major RDBMS platforms * Familiarity with ORM tools like SQLAlchemy, Hibernate, or Sequelize * Experience designing and implementing RESTful or GraphQL APIs * Ability to design and manage complex database schemas * Knowledge of secure coding practices and web security * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail * Excellent communication and collaboration abilities Key Skills: * Blazor / Visual Studio / .NET * Microsoft Power Apps * MS SQL Server Integration Preferred Qualifications: * Experience interfacing with Microsoft Dynamics (CRM) * Full-stack development experience * Familiarity with Git or other version control systems * Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD tools * Experience building scalable, high-performance web applications Company Benefits: Cornerstone Defense offers a comprehensive list of benefits, designed to give employees and their families several options to choose from when selecting benefits that best fit their needs. These offerings include not only a full suite of the traditional Medical/Dental/Vision insurances, but also a number of other benefits and perks to include, but not limited to: A 401(K) plan with a company match, tuition and training assistances, paid vacation/leave, a fitness reimbursement program, college savings plan, commuter benefits, financial advisory services, flex spending accounts, health savings accounts, STD/LTD coverage, life and AD&D insurance, employee assistance programs, life financial planning assistance, and legal resources.