IT React Developer (Software Dev II) at New Mexico Mutual Casualty Company

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

React, TypeScript, Node.js, Restful, GraphQL, Redux Toolkit, React Query, Zustand, Html5, Css3, Scss, Jest, Rtl, Cypress, Playwright, Docker

Industry

Insurance

Description

Description Job Title: IT React Developer (Software Dev II) Department: Information Technology Reports to: IT Application Manager Position Summary: We’re seeking a mid-level React Developer with strong TypeScript and Node.js experience to build modern, scalable web applications. You’ll work across the stack—owning front-end features in React, crafting robust APIs in Node.js, and collaborating with designers, product managers, and QA to ship high-quality experiences. This role is ideal for someone who writes clean, maintainable code, understands performance and accessibility, and thrives in a team environment. Essential Functions: Front-End Development: Build responsive, accessible, and performant UI using React, TypeScript, and modern state management. Back-End APIs: Develop and maintain RESTful/GraphQL services with Node.js integrate with databases, and handle authentication/authorization. Code Quality & Testing: Write unit/integration, participate in code reviews, and maintain high standards in CI/CD. Architecture & Documentation: Contribute to component libraries/design systems, improve build pipelines, and document technical decisions. Performance & Reliability: Monitor and optimize client- and server-side performance; troubleshoot production issues. Collaboration: Work closely with UX/Product/QA, provide accurate estimates, and deliver features on schedule. Security & Compliance: Follow best practices (OWASP, secure coding, dependency management). DevOps Awareness: Collaborate on containerization (Docker), cloud deployments (AWS/Azure), and observability (logs, metrics, traces). Job Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience). Experience: 5+ years of professional software development, to include 3+ years building production apps with React and TypeScript; 2+ years building APIs/services with Node.js. Required Skills/Abilities: Technical Skills: Modern React (hooks, context), routing, SSR/SSG. State management (Redux Toolkit, React Query, Zustand, or similar). HTML5/CSS3/SCSS, responsive design, accessibility (WCAG 2.2). API design (REST/GraphQL), authentication (Keycloak, JWT/OAuth/OpenID Connect). Databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL/SQL Server, MongoDB. Oracle) Testing (Jest, RTL, Cypress/Playwright). Git, Jira, Webstorm, CI/CD (GitHub Actions/Azure DevOps/GitLab CI). Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration; ability to break down complex problems and ship iteratively. Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.: Tools & Stack Front-end: React, TypeScript, Tailwind/MUI or similar Back-end: Node.js, Express/NestJS, Prisma/TypeORM Data: PostgreSQL, Oracle, MSSQL DevOps: Docker, CI/CD (GitHub Actions), cloud (AWS), JIRA, JetBrains IDEs (WebStorm, IntelliJ IDEA Ultimate, Rider) Testing/Quality: Jest, RTL, Cypress, ESLint, Prettier, SonarQube Preferred: Cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP), serverless (Lambda/Functions), containers (Docker/Kubernetes). Front-end performance profiling (Lighthouse, Web Vitals). Design systems (Storybook), component libraries (MUI, Chakra, Tailwind). Experience with feature flags, A/B testing, and analytics. Familiarity with security practices (OWASP ASVS), vulnerability scanning. Values and Mission: Adheres to New Mexico Mutual’s values and mission by demonstrating Service Excellence, Trust, Ownership, One Team and Boldness in thought and action. Positive Attitude: Develops and maintains positive working relationships with team members, customers, co-workers and management by demonstrating effective communication and collaborative skills. Working Conditions: New Mexico Mutual maintains general office conditions with light physical demands. Employees of New Mexico Mutual adhere to all safety rules and regulations including building security. Employees participate in ensuring safe and efficient operating conditions that safeguard employees and facilities. New Mexico Mutual maintains a drug-free environment. Successful candidates are drug-tested prior to employment as well as upon a work-related accident. Employees have exposure to video display terminal (VDT) screens.

Responsibilities

The developer will be responsible for building modern, scalable web applications by owning front-end features in React with TypeScript and developing robust back-end APIs using Node.js. Key functions include ensuring code quality through testing and reviews, contributing to architecture, optimizing performance, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.