Web Application Developer

Job Title : Web Application Developer Location : Topeka, Kansas Experience : 12+ Years Employment Type : Contract Interview Type : In-Person or Webcam Job Description We are looking for a seasoned Web Application Developer with extensive hands-on experience building, improving, and supporting modern web applications. This role requires someone who can work independently, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver high-quality, secure, and scalable solutions. You will be responsible for guiding development efforts, providing technical leadership, and ensuring best practices across the application lifecycle. This position involves end-to-end development, including architecture, coding, testing, performance optimization, and ongoing enhancements. The ideal candidate is highly skilled, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with minimal oversight. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable web applications. Work closely with business teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Lead technical discussions and provide architectural direction for new and existing systems. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following industry best practices. Implement integrations with APIs, databases, and third-party services. Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the application stack. Optimize application performance, security, and reliability. Support deployment processes, CI / CD pipelines, and production operations. Collaborate with QA teams to ensure high-quality testing and delivery. Required Skills and Qualifications 12+ years of professional experience in web application development. Strong proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and modern frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue Advanced skills in back-end development using languages such as Java, .NET, Node.js, Python, or similar. Solid experience working with RESTful APIs, microservices, and integration patterns. Strong understanding of relational and NoSQL databases (SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Knowledge of CI / CD tools, version control systems (Git), and automated build pipelines. Familiarity with security best practices, authentication, authorization, and data protection. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues. Strong communication and documentation skills. Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment.