Working Title: Frontend Single Page Application Developer
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 4
Agency: Minnesota IT Services
Job ID : 87511
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, #LI-Hybrid
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 07/18/2025
Closing Date : 07/28/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services
Division/Unit : Department of Human Services (DHS)
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift/08:00 a.m. - 04:30 p.m.
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $36.52 - $60.24 / hourly; $76,253 - $125,781 / annually
Job Class Option : Object Oriented
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position serves our partners at Minnesota's largest state agency, the Department of Human Services (DHS). The MNIT DHS team supports complex and varied technical needs, including systems that provide health care coverage, deliver child protection and welfare services, and provide support for Minnesotans with special needs including mental illness, chemical dependencies, and physical or developmental disabilities.
As a Frontend SPA Developer, you will be a key player in designing and developing cutting-edge Single Page Applications (SPAs) for MNIT DHS. You'll leverage your advanced technical expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks and user interface technologies to create intuitive, responsive, and high-performing web experiences. You will help establish best practices and guidelines for frontend application design, recommend specific technologies and methodologies to meet business needs, and guide strategic decisions regarding the architecture of client-side web applications. This includes assessing user needs and technology advancements, and designing methods and procedures for seamless user interactions and maximum interoperability..
This position requires an employee to be onsite at 540 Cedar Street, St. Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.
Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework-2025.pdf) for Minnesota IT Services is available on a limited basis.
Candidates residing within 50 miles of the work address listed above are eligible for telework.
Candidates residing 50 miles or more in Minnesota from the work address listed above may be eligible to telework more than 50%. Finalist requires an additional review prior to telework approval.
Candidates residing 50 miles or more from the work address in a state bordering Minnesota (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) are not eligible to be hired, unless planning to relocate within 50 miles of the work location in Minnesota or more than 50 miles in Minnesota.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips here. (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp) :
Position requires a minimum of four (4) years of IT related experience developing complete object-oriented web applications, with a strong focus on the frontend, including analysis, design, implementation, build scripting, and unit testing.
Experience must include:
Extensive design and development experience of modern frontend UI with a strong JavaScript/TypeScript framework such as Angular, React, or Vue.js.
Proven experience building complex Single Page Applications (SPAs) with robust state management (e.g., Redux, NgRx, Vuex/Pinia).
Deep understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles, with a portfolio showcasing strong UI/UX implementation.
Expertise in consuming RESTful APIs to integrate frontend applications with backend services.
Strong knowledge of core JavaScript (ES6+), object-oriented programming (OOP) and functional programming paradigms, and asynchronous programming.
Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.
Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate mutual understanding.
A master's degree in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for three (3) years of experience, OR an IT related bachelor's degree substitutes for two (2) years, OR an IT related associate's degree substitutes for one (1) year
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with backend development using Java/Spring Boot for RESTful API design and development, and familiarity with modern frontend build tools (e.g., Webpack, Vite) and package managers (npm, Yarn).
Experience with advanced JavaScript libraries and tools such as RxJS, NgRx/Store, or similar.
Experience with JavaScript testing frameworks such as Jasmine, Karma, Jest, or React Testing Library.
Familiarity with Java testing frameworks such as JUnit.
Experience with object-oriented design and development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies, and SQL.
Experience with authentication and authorization mechanisms, including OAuth2 and/or OpenID Connect.
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical staff regarding project deadlines., time management skills, and able to solve system-wide complex problems with limited supervision.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal History Check
Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification
Education Verification
Other legally required checks
Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
