UI​/UX Developer

Job Summary

We are seeking a high-impact UI/UX Developer in San Antonio, TX, to lead the evolution of our next-generation digital workplace. This is a unique, 2-year contract-to-hire opportunity for a hands‑on technical expert who can bridge the gap between human‑centric design and robust front‑end programming. Operating on a hybrid schedule, you will serve as the lead resource for high‑visibility initiatives, collaborating directly with stakeholders to build holistic, accessible solutions.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in ADA/WCAG compliance and thrives in a full‑stack environment, driving digital excellence.

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Job type: Contract

Salary: $40 – 41 per hour

Work hours: 8am to 5pm

Education: High School

Design & Strategy

• Act as a Designer-Developer SME: Serve as the primary subject matter expert for high‑visibility projects, switching seamlessly between UI/UX design and front‑end programming.
• User-Centric Prototyping: Conceptualize and create wireframes, mock‑ups, and interactive prototypes to validate product strategies using a data‑driven approach.
• Innovation: Stay current on UI/UX trends and frameworks, researching and suggesting new tools or methods to advance digital initiatives.

Development & Implementation

• Full-Cycle Development: Research, build, and test the integration of UX designs into JavaScript/Java codebases, ensuring technical feasibility.
• Modern Frameworks: Provide hands‑on development using front‑end libraries (e.g.,
  Vue.js, React, Angular, jQuery
  ) and maintain clean, well‑structured code.
• Cross-Platform Consistency: Ensure high‑quality, responsive web/mobile experiences with a focus on cross-browser compatibility and seamless performance.

Accessibility & Standards (ADA)

• Compliance Leadership: Author clean, semantic HTML markup that strictly adheres to WCAG, ADA, and Section 508 standards.
• Audit & Mitigation: Utilize tools like Site Improve to identify defects and implement accessibility best practices within the front‑end stack.
• Pattern Libraries: Develop and maintain reusable, responsive code libraries and interactive patterns that meet W3C standards for HTML, CSS, and JS.

Collaboration & Support

• Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with Business Analysts, Architects, and Full‑Stack teams throughout the SDLC to define component requirements.
• Design System Ownership: Provide ongoing support for the customer-facing design system, including the creation of new components and page templates.
• Quality Assurance: Participate in usability reviews and interface testing to ensure all solutions meet end-user needs and business goals.

Education & Experience

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Core

Experience:

Extensive background in front‑end web application development with strong hands‑on programming.

Methodology: Proven history of working within Agile/Scrum environments and cross‑functional teams.

Technical

Skills:

Modern Stacks:
Proficiency in at least one major language/framework:
Java, JavaScript, React, Vue, or Angular (specifically within LAMP, MEAN, or MERN stacks).

HCD Expertise: Skilled in end-to-end Human-Centered Design (HCD) techniques, including research, design, and usability testing.

Strategic Design: Experience creating conceptual and detailed design solutions based on complex end-user needs.

Soft Skills: Strong ability to communicate with both business stakeholders and technology users to build holistic, high-visibility solutions.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Haves)

Education & Certifications

University Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

Professional

Certifications:

UI/UX Design or Web Development certifications.

Specialized ADA & Accessibility Expertise

Compliance: Demonstrated focus on WCAG 2.1 AA compliance and ADA Title II requirements.

Tooling: Experience with enterprise scanning tools like Site Improve or Silktide to monitor scores and track remediation.

Technical Remediation: Ability to translate accessibility scan results into actionable code-level fixes across HTML, CSS, and JS.

Document Accessibility: Familiarity with remediating Microsoft Office (Word,…