UI/UX Developer/Architect

Job Title: UI/UX Developer ArchitectJob Location: Des Moines, IowaJob Duration: Long TermJob Visa: OpenKey ResponsibilitiesDesign System Development: Build, document, and maintain a scalable design system and reusable component library using the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) framework or similar enterprise systems.Accessible Component Development: Develop high-level wrapper components with HTML, SASS, and Angular to ensure consistency and accessibility across web applications and the River AI Chatbot.Accessibility Compliance: Ensure all components and UI patterns meet WCAG 2.1/AAA accessibility standards through semantic HTML, ARIA roles, and accessibility testing workflows.Storybook Integration: Use Storybook for component development, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.Collaboration and Mentorship: Partner with developers from other teams, many of whom may be new to accessibility and design system best practices, to drive adherence to accessibility and UX standards.Project Support: Provide accessibility and UX support for major state systems, ensuring compliance by the mandated deadline.Code and Accessibility Reviews: Participate in code reviews, accessibility audits, and UX discussions to ensure the quality and usability of front-end assets.Required QualificationsExperience: 5+ years of professional front-end development experience.Design System Expertise: Proven ability to set up and integrate enterprise design systems, including the development of high-level wrapper components and reusable component libraries.Accessibility Knowledge: Strong expertise in WCAG 2.1/AAA standards, ARIA roles, semantic HTML, and accessibility testing tools.Technical Skills: Proficiency in HTML, SASS, and Angular.Component Documentation: Experience using Storybook for component development and collaboration.UX Principles: Strong understanding of UX best practices and accessible user interface design.Enterprise Design Systems: Experience with USWDS or other enterprise-level design systems.Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)Backend Familiarity: Experience with .NET, MVC, and SQL to support backend integration and cross-team collaboration.Integration Awareness: Ability to understand backend considerations in a .NET environment for seamless front-end integration.