Front End Developer - UX​/UI Designer

About us

Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves over 130 locations across 13 states and is constantly expanding
. Our annual sales exceed $2.5 Billion
, and our heart beats in Mattoon, IL, home to our corporate office, distribution center, and flagship store.

One thing our customers appreciate is our unique shopping experience, complete with complimentary popcorn and coffee
. It's just one way we show our appreciation for their support.

At Rural King, we value our associates and strive to create a positive, rewarding workplace. We offer growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a people-first environment where dedicated individuals come together to serve rural communities passionately. Join us, and you'll find not just a job but a chance to grow professionally
, contribute meaningfully, and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

How we reward you

401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%

Healthcare plans to support your needs

Virtual doctor visits

Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program

15% Associate Discount

Dave Ramsey’s Smart Dollar Program

Associate Assistance Program

RK Cares Associate Hardship Program

24/7 Chaplaincy Services

Company paid YMCA Family Membership

The Front-End Developer & UI/UX Designer will be responsible for creating intuitive, engaging, and performant digital experiences across Rural King’s eCommerce platform. This role combines front‑end development expertise with user experience design, supporting the implementation of modern, headless front‑end solutions integrated with HCL Commerce (v9.1). The ideal candidate will bridge creative design and technical execution—translating business goals and user needs into high‑quality digital interfaces that drive customer satisfaction and engagement.

• Design and develop user‑centric front‑end experiences using React
  , js
  , and other modern JavaScript frameworks integrated with HCL Commerce
  .
• Partner with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and backend development teams to define front‑end requirements and align on user experience goals.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and visual mockups that communicate design intent and usability standards.
• Conduct user experience research and testing to inform iterative improvements in interface design and navigation.
• Ensure front‑end code follows accessibility, performance, and SEO best practices.
• Collaborate with QA and Dev Ops teams to validate and deploy front‑end features.
• Develop reusable UI components and maintain a scalable front‑end design system.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Rural King’s digital design standards, ensuring consistency across devices and platforms.
• Work within Agile project teams, participating in sprint planning, code reviews, and retrospectives.
• Use discretion and independent judgment in daily decisions while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Actively participate in learning initiatives offered such as training programs, workshops, and webinars. Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments.
• Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively.
• Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural King’s Values:
  People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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• 4–6 years of experience in front‑end development, UI/UX design, or digital experience engineering.
• Proficiency with React
  , js
  , JavaScript/Type Script ,
  HTML5
  , and CSS3
  .
• Experience designing and developing within headless commerce architectures (preferably HCL Commerce v9.1 or similar).
• Strong background in user experience design
  , including wire framing, prototyping, and usability testing.
• Pro…