--- title: Web Application Developer, Lead at AMERICAN SYSTEMS description: AMERICAN SYSTEMS is hiring for the Web Application Developer, Lead role in Dallas, TX. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/web-application-developer-senior-at-american-systems-01a111fb-f905-7aa0-a817-9eda61637c82 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join AMERICAN SYSTEMS as Web Application Developer, Lead in Dallas, TX. Pays $155K–$175K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/4yhxeq.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | AMERICAN SYSTEMS | | **Location** | Dallas, TX | | **Salary** | $155K/yr - $175K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 06, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for AMERICAN SYSTEMS. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for AMERICAN SYSTEMS. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $93,000 – $126,000 a year (median $111,000). ## Description ## Overview AMERICAN SYSTEMS, a **100% employee-owned** federal government contractor, is seeking a **Lead Web Applications Developer** to support mission-critical initiatives in **Dallas, TX**. In this role, you will lead the modernization, enhancement, and maintenance of secure web applications that support data-driven decision-making and operational effectiveness. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in **React.js**, **Node.js**, **JavaScript**, **HTML**, **CSS**, **SQL**, and **RESTful API integration**, along with the ability to **refactor legacy systems**, improve application scalability and performance, and collaborate with stakeholders in Agile development environments. **This role includes a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus in addition to a generous benefit package!** ## Responsibilities As a **Lead Web Application Developer** with AMERICAN SYSTEMS, you will have the opportunity to do the following: - Modernize and maintain web apps for scalability and performance - Write modular code in **React.js**, **Node.js**, **JavaScript**, **HTML**, and **CSS** - **Refactor legacy code** to reduce debt and improve readability - Build **dashboards**, workflows, and visualizations for data-driven apps - Optimize **SQL queries** and ensure database performance and security - Define and deliver scalable solutions with stakeholders - Work in **Agile** (Scrum, XP, Kanban) environments - Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers - Provide actionable reports and analytics for informed decisions - Maintain, modernize, and refactor web applications for improved **scalability, performance, and maintainability**. ## Qualifications - **Active TS clearance w/SCI eligibility REQUIRED** - Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field (or equivalent years of relevant experience). - **8-10 years** of relevant experience - Active DoD 8140 IAT II level certification (e.g., **Security+ CE** or equivalent) or **ability to obtain Security+ CE certification within 90 days of hire** - Proficiency in **React.js**, **Node.js**, **JavaScript/HTML/CSS**, and **SQL** - Experience developing and integrating **RESTful API**s. - Experience with **Git** or other version control systems. - Ability to analyze, refactor, and improve **legacy applications**. - Familiarity with **Linux (RHEL)** administration and update management. - Experience working in **Agile environments**, including Scrum or XP methodologies. **NOTE**: **U.S. Citizenship Required** for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance #LI-PRK1 ## Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $155,000.00/Yr. - USD $175,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. ## EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status ## Skills - Security Clearance - Analytics - Cascading Style Sheets (Css) - Data Visualization - RESTful API - DoD IAT Level II Certification - Code Review - Database Management - Git (Version Control System) - React.js - DoD 8140 (Cyberspace Workforce) - SQL - Kanban - Information Technology Specialist - HTML and CSS - Scalability - Software Versioning - Red Hat Enterprise Linux - Software Maintainability - HyperText Markup Language (Html) - Scrum (Software Development) - JavaScript - Computer Science - Version Control - Linux - Node.js - Code Refactoring - CompTIA Security+ ## Benefits - Health Insurance - Other Retirement and Savings ## Related - [Technology & Software jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Software Development jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/software-development?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Software Developer / Engineer jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/software-development/software-developer-engineer?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Texas](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/texas?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 234470 jobs - [IT Services and Consulting](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/technology/it-services-and-consulting?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 150239 jobs - [Dallas, TX](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/texas/dallas?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 24741 jobs ## Related pages - [Texas](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/texas?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 234470 jobs - [IT Services and Consulting](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/technology/it-services-and-consulting?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 150239 jobs - [Dallas, TX](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/texas/dallas?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 24741 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)