DataStaff, Inc. is currently seeking a Front-End UI Developer / Accessibility Expert for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients in Des Moines, IA
• This is a remote position.
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a highly skilled, communication-focused UI Developer / Accessibility Expert to join our digital modernization team. We are looking for a dedicated front-end specialist who will focus entirely on user interfaces and accessibility, rather than a backend or full-stack developer role.
In this position, you will closely collaborate with our lead UX Architect and accessibility expert to scale high-quality digital standards across the enterprise. You will be responsible for building clean, semantic, and highly maintainable user interfaces across multiple high-visibility state agency projects.
Responsibilities:
• Frontend Engineering: Author clean, well-structured, and highly maintainable HTML and CSS/SASS that complies with modern web standards.
• Framework Integration: Seamlessly integrate frontend user interfaces into Angular or MVC .NET frameworks.
• Accessibility Architecture: Implement digital accessibility from the ground up, utilizing WCAG standards, ARIA labels, and proper color contrast to ensure all digital services are universally accessible to all Iowans.
• Collaborative Development: Partner with our lead UX Architect to follow strategic architectural guidance, scaling technical accessibility standards across enterprise-level initiatives, including chatbot interfaces and global state footers.
• Clear Communication: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional agency teams, clearly articulating technical frontend requirements, standards, and best practices.
Knowledge & Qualifications:
• Semantic Markup Expert: Deep expertise in writing clean, semantic HTML5 and modern, responsive CSS/SASS.
• Accessibility Mastery: Proven experience implementing WCAG standards, managing ARIA landmarks/attributes, and resolving color contrast or screen-reader compatibility issues.
• Framework Experience: Demonstrated ability to integrate front-end assets into Angular or MVC .NET environments.
• Strong Communicator: Ability to clearly explain frontend engineering concepts, WCAG requirements, and technical standards to both technical team members and agency stakeholders.
Required Skills:
• 6 Years - Semantic HTML5, CSS, SASS
• 6 Years - WCAG 2.2 Level AA, ARIA, color contrast compliance
• 6 Years - Keyboard navigation and focus management
• 6 Years - Screen reader testing (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
• 6 Years - Accessibility auditing tools (axe DevTools, WAVE)
• 6 Years - Angular
• 6 Years - MVC .NET frameworks
• 6 Years - Web standards and best practices
• 6 Years - Technical communication
Desired Skills:
• 6 Years - Experience working with established design systems or wrapper components.
• 6 Years - Direct experience utilizing or extending the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS).
• 6 Years - Foundational understanding of user experience (UX) principles and design workflows.
This position is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months