UI/UX Developer

Job Title: UI/UX Developer Location: San Antonio, TX 78215 (Onsite) Job Type: Contract Role JOB DESCRIPTION: We are looking for a tech savvy User Interface/experience (UI/UX) Developer/Programmer who can drive and advance our next generation modern digital workplace technology UI/UX initiatives. This person will be the lead resource for communicating and working with business & technology end users to create holistic solutions for some high visibility on-going projects. As a Developer, you’ll be responsible for creating Mobile/Web experiences and interface. Working with full stack application development teams would be a plus. The developer needs to have a keen understanding of modern web technology stacks especially front-end programming. Tasks ans Responsibilities: Research, design, develop, test, build, and coordinate the conversion and/or integration of UX designs into the JavaScript/Java codebase ensuring the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs standardsAct as designer-developer, switching hats in both the areas of design & develop, as Subject Matter Expert (SME) assisting with decision making for some high visibility on-going projectsCreate clean semantic HTML markup that passes WCAG & ADA/508 Accessibility standards & complianceProvide development and support to the customer-facing design system including new components, defects, accessibility, and page templatesCollaborate with analysts, developers and architects for successful implementation and component requirementsRemain current on user interface framework trends and programming techniques and suggest or research on new tools and methods as neededDesign and maintain design files, wireframes, and mock-upsDesign and develop UI and UX interfaces and assist with new user interface testing or participate in usability reviewsHands on development on front end user frameworks (Vue.js, Angularjs, Reactjs, Jquery etc)Provide responsive websites apps development and support to the customer-facing design system including new components, defects, accessibility, and page templatesAct as designer-developer, switching hats in both the areas of design & develop, as Subject Matter Expert (SME) assisting with decision making for some high visibility on-going projectsDevelop reusable and responsive, interactive patterns and code libraries that meet the highest W3 standards for HTML,Javascript and CSSCollaborate with business analysts, senior developers and architects for successful implementation and component requirements in a SDLC processResearch, design, develop, test, build, and coordinate the conversion and/or integration of frontend designs into the JS/Java codebaseParticipate in conceptualizing, prioritizing, and creating strategies for the product UXDevelop well-structured and maintainable code that follows the best practices and industry standards Work with team members to develop UI prototypes as necessary and validate ideas with a data-driven approachDesign and develop UI and UX interfaces to meet standards and requiremntsProficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around themRemain current on user interface trends and programming techniques and suggest new tools and methods as necessary. Minimum Qualifications: High School or GEDDeep experience in front-end web application development with hands on programmingExperience with creating conceptual and detailed design solutions based on end user needsKnowledge of using technology Storyboarding tools like Adobe creative suite, Sketch and EnvisionHistory of working with cross functional teams using Agile/Scrum methodologiesExperience with creating conceptual and detailed design solutions based on end user needsExperience with communicating and working with business, technology users to create holistic solutionsSkills, knowledge, and experience using end to end Human centered design-HCD techniques including design, research, and usability Preferred Qualifications: UI/UX design or web developer certifications & trainingPrevious experience of the Electric and Gas Utility IndustryBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or applicable business degree from an accredited university OR Relevant business technical experienceExposure to front end user frameworks (Vue.js, Angularjs, Reactjs, Jquery etc)Familiarity with screen reader tools is a plus (VoiceOver, JAWS, NVDA)Experience working within agile ceremonies and methodologies