Job Title
Front End Web Application Developer (Onsite)
Location
Detroit, MI
Duration
12 months
Pay Rate
$55/hr on C2C / 1099 all inclusive (OR) $50/hr on W2
Interview Type
Onsite
Note
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Job Description
The Data Services department is seeking a Front-End Developer (Contractor) to support two student-facing initiatives: an Attendance Display Pilot and the Student Hub. In this role, you will own front-end design and development โ building intuitive, performant, and visually engaging interfaces for K-12 students and school staff. Work is sequenced: the Attendance Display Pilot is the immediate priority, with Student Hub development following.
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.
Essential Functions
Under the direction of the Senior Director, Data Services and the Data Platform Team Lead, the Front-End Developer will:
Front-End Development
โข Design and build React/TypeScript web applications from defined technical specifications, across both display-only and authenticated use cases
โข Implement data visualization components including summaries, trend charts, and gamified recognition displays
โข Develop kiosk-style interfaces optimized for continuous, unattended display on screens and embedded devices
โข Build authenticated web parts within the SharePoint Online environment using the SharePoint Framework (SPFx)
โข Ensure all interfaces are visually clear, performant, and appropriate for K-12 student audiences
API Integration & Authentication
โข Integrate front-end applications with RESTful APIs, including proper handling of authentication tokens, error states, and loading behavior
โข Implement Azure AD token acquisition flows for student-authenticated features using MSAL
โข Coordinate on API contracts and response shapes before building dependent UI components
Quality & Collaboration
โข Work directly from defined requirements โ this role does not define scope, requirements, or data business rules
โข Flag design ambiguities or requirement gaps before building, not after
โข Maintain clean, documented, version-controlled front-end code in Azure DevOps
โข Participate in sprint planning and review as needed
Top Skills & Years of Experience
Minimum Qualifications
Education
โข Bachelorโs degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Design, or a related field, and/or equivalent professional experience
Required Experience & Skills
โข 4 years work experience working in front-end development
โข Demonstrated experience building production React applications with TypeScript
โข Strong UI/UX sensibility โ able to own visual design and interaction decisions, not just implement them
โข Experience integrating REST APIs into front-end applications, including authentication headers and error handling
โข Proficiency with data visualization libraries (Recharts, Chart.js, or equivalent)
โข Ability to build accessible, responsive interfaces appropriate for K-12 audiences
โข Portfolio or work samples required โ submissions without examples of prior front-end work will not be considered
Preferred Experience & Skills
โข Experience developing SharePoint Framework (SPFx) web parts
โข Familiarity with Azure AD authentication and MSAL token acquisition flows
โข Experience building kiosk-style or display-only web applications
โข Prior work in K-12 education or public sector environments
Recruiter Details
Contact: Lokesh - - Eight three two - Nine nine zero -Two four two six