Remote Backend Developer Node Js Jobs in Florida

ABOUT UA/UNIFORM ADVANTAGE BRANDS
At UA Brands, we’re changing the way healthcare and culinary professionals get dressed. For over 40 years, we’ve created stylish, high-performance uniforms designed to empower those on the front lines. Our apparel breaks the mold, combining brilliant design with real-world function. Join a team that values creativity, impact, and community, and help us redefine uniforms that don’t conform. 
 
ABOUT THE ROLE
UA Brands is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer to build and enhance modern, customer-facing web applications that support our ecommerce platforms and digital experiences. This role focuses on developing responsive, high-performance user interfaces using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React and modern front-end development practices.

As a senior member of the development team, you will collaborate with designers, backend developers, product stakeholders, and business teams to deliver intuitive, scalable, and accessible web experiences. You will help drive front-end architecture decisions, optimize application performance, and ensure adherence to UI/UX best practices and web standards.

The ideal candidate is passionate about creating exceptional user experiences, writing clean and maintainable code, and leveraging modern development tools, including AI-assisted coding platforms such as Cursor to improve productivity and software quality.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Front-End Development

• Design, develop, and maintain responsive, user-facing web applications using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and React.
• Build reusable front-end components and scalable UI architectures.
• Develop new features and functionality that enhance the customer experience across ecommerce and business applications.
• Implement responsive designs that perform consistently across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and adherence to modern web standards.

UI/UX Implementation & Optimization

• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate designs into functional, high-quality interfaces.
• Evaluate and improve usability, accessibility, and overall user experience.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, SEO performance, and Core Web Vitals.
• Enhance existing interfaces and contribute to continuous UI/UX improvements.

Integrations & Technical Quality

• Integrate and maintain third-party libraries, plugins, analytics tools, and front-end services.
• Validate user input and ensure seamless communication with backend APIs and services.
• Assess technical feasibility and performance impact before introducing new technologies or integrations.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Partner with software engineers, product teams, and stakeholders to deliver business solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and development planning activities.
• Troubleshoot front-end issues and implement effective solutions.
• Stay current with emerging front-end technologies, development frameworks, and AI-assisted coding tools.

Required Technical Skills

• Cursor AI or similar AI coding assistants
• HTML5 / CSS3
• JavaScript (ES6+)
• Responsive Web Design
• SASS / LESS
• AJAX
• Git
• Cross-Browser Compatibility
• Accessibility (WCAG)
• SEO Best Practices
• Performance Optimization
• Agile Development
• React.js

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing ecommerce websites and digital commerce platforms.
• Experience working with enterprise-scale web applications.
• Knowledge of modern front-end performance optimization techniques.
• Experience implementing analytics, tracking tools, and third-party services.
• Understanding of accessibility, web security, and SEO best practices.
• Experience collaborating within Agile software development teams.
• Familiarity with API-driven architectures and backend integrations.
• Associate degree (AS/AA), Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent professional experience in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Mathematics or Related Technical Field

Experience

• 5–7+ years of professional front-end software development experience.
• Proven experience building modern web applications using React and JavaScript.
• Experience developing responsive, customer-facing digital experiences.
• Experience working in collaborative software development environments.

 What Makes You Successful

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Passion for front-end development and modern web technologies.
• Ability to balance user experience, performance, and maintainability.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced ecommerce environment.
• Continuous learner with an interest in emerging technologies and AI-assisted development.

WHERE YOU’LL WORK
REMOTE – Work from Home (Within UA US employer states). Have workplace flexibility - you’ll work exclusively from the comfort of your home with no commute! Remote employees are expected to be online and available during the core business hours for their team. A company computer is provided for business use.
 
PLENTY OF BENEFITS TOO 
UA BRANDS offers a full range of benefits, allowing you the opportunity to customize a benefits package that addresses both your health and financial needs. 

• Medical and Pharmacy Coverage
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program – self-care and support for life’s everyday challenges
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching - Save for your future
• Short & Long Term Disability – Company Paid
• Accident, Hospital Care, and Critical Illness Insurance – Protect your Income
• Legal Insurance and ID Theft Protection
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off – Life Balance
• Volunteer Time Off – Make an Impact
• See more of the benefits we offer 

UA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 
As an employee of any UA Brands division, you will be part of an established and dynamic organization. We believe that success starts from within, and we are seeking individuals who thrive in an environment that encourages and supports self-management. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at UA Brands will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. UA Brands does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. UA Brands will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.  

We are a Drug-Free Workplace.