UI Developer

UI Developer

Hybrid:

Contract: 6 Months, with auto 6 Month renewals

Local Candidates Only

Richmond, VA

NO C2C Candidate!!!!

SUMMARY

Seeking an individual to create user interfaces using programming languages like HTML,

CSS, JavaScript/Typescript, and front-end frameworks/libraries like Angular to build the

layout, styling, and interactivity of websites. Conform to our established UI guidelines.

Collaborate with back-end developers and web designers to improve usability. Ensuring

our websites meet web standards and are accessible to people with disabilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transform UI/UX design wireframes and prototypes into functional, responsive code for

web application user interfaces.

• Build robust, high-performance server-side logic and RESTful APIs primarily using Java

and the Spring Boot framework.

• Create responsive, user-friendly interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks like

Angular or React.

• Develop and maintain scalable backend services, database integrations, and system

APIs to support core application functionality.

• Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and performance.

• Maintain complete web applications from user interface to database integration.

• Work in Agile teams, collaborating with designers, product managers, and other

developers using tools like Git.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Non-negotiable / MUST HAVE)

• 5 years of experience in front end/UI development.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.

• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/Typescript.

• Knowledge of CSS preprocessors like Sass or LESS.

• Experience with UI/UX design tools (e.g., Figma and Sketch).

• Experience with front-end frameworks/libraries like Angular, React, etc.

• Experience working with RESTful APIs.

• Understanding of responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.

• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git). Knowledge of software development

methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).

• Ability to collaborate with backend application developers, and stakeholders.

• Knowledge of UI development “best practices and coding standards”.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 6 years of experience in front end/UI development.

• Master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.

• Deep understanding of front-end optimization techniques.

• Experience in making Accessibility Testing Tools for complying with ADA Title II and

Section 508 Standards (e.g., Chrome Lighthouse, aXe, Wave etc.)

• Familiarity with TypeScript or other typed languages.

• Knowledge of testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Mocha, Jasmine, Karma etc.).

• Experience in implementing and testing RESTful and SOAP web services.

• Experience interfacing with APIs and debugging new and existing code.

• Experience in working with NoSQL databases, expanding the knowledge base to

include a variety of data storage solutions beyond relational databases.

• Awareness of Java security principles and industry best practices.

• Strong troubleshooting skills.