Front-End Developer

Requisition Number: 73530

The company built on breakthroughs.   

Join us.  

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.    

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.   

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.   

Come break through with us. 

The global Information Technology (IT) Function is leading efforts to align IT and Business Strategy, leverage IT investments, and optimize end to end business processes and associated information integration technologies. Through these efforts, IT helps to improve the competitive position of Corning's businesses through IT enabled processes. IT also delivers Information Technology applications, infrastructure, and project services in a cost efficient manner to Corning worldwide.

Role Purpose

The Front-End Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining user-facing components across multiple applications and platforms. This role focuses on delivering intuitive, responsive, and high-performing interfaces while ensuring consistency with organizational standards and best practices. The Front-End Developer will leverage modern front-end technologies and frameworks to enhance usability, accessibility, and overall user experience. They should be comfortable working independently on assigned tasks while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams, translating business and user requirements into technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain front-end components for web-based applications
• Implement secure, responsive, and accessible user interfaces following modern UX/UI best practices
• Collaborate with backend developers, UX designers, and stakeholders to deliver complete solutions
• Translate business requirements and user feedback into functional front-end solutions
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve front-end issues in a timely manner
• Follow established coding standards, version control practices (Git), and development workflows
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain documentation related to front-end design, development, and deployment

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• 4+ years of professional experience in front-end or web application development
• Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+)
• Experience with modern front-end frameworks and libraries (React, Angular, or Vue)
• Proven ability to test and deliver production-ready, user-facing applications
• Knowledge of responsive design, web accessibility standards (WCAG), and cross-browser compatibility
• Proficiency with Git version control workflows and modern build tools (Webpack, Vite, npm, or yarn)

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Familiarity with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), SAP Commerce Cloud / Spartacus, or Salesforce
• Experience with cloud-based platforms and deployment environments (AWS, Azure)
• Experience with Design Systems and component libraries (e.g., Storybook)
• Knowledge of UI/UX design principles and SEO best practices
• Familiarity with Next.js or similar frameworks
• Exposure to mobile app development or additional languages (Python, Java, .NET)
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools (code.dev, cursor)

Location & Travel

• Charlotte, NC
• Ability to accommodate travel, including international travel, up to 15%

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $79,714.00 - $109,607.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

A job that shapes a life. 

Corning offers you the total package. 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] .