Job Description

***Please note: This position is onsite and not remote. Candidates must be based in the Houston area, as relocation assistance is not provided. Only individuals authorized to work in the U.S. will be considered. ***

Job Title : UI/UX Web Developer

Job Type : Contract (2-month assignment)

Job Location : Onsite in Houston, TX 77002

Job Schedule:   M-F,40 hours/week

Job Salary : $34-$36 (DOE)

Position Overview

The UI/UX Web Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing user‑centered web applications that balance visual appeal, usability, and performance. This role combines front‑end development expertise with strong UI/UX design principles , translating business and user requirements into intuitive, responsive, and accessible digital experiences.

This is a hands‑on role requiring close collaboration with business stakeholders, designers, and technical team members to deliver high‑quality, production‑ready web solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop responsive, user‑focused web interfaces using modern front‑end technologies
  
• Translate wireframes, mockups, and user flows into functional, high‑quality code
  
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment with user experience goals
  
• Apply UI/UX best practices to enhance usability, accessibility, and visual consistency
  
• Conduct usability testing, troubleshoot issues, and iterate based on user feedback
  
• Optimize web applications for performance, scalability, and cross‑browser compatibility
  
• Maintain and improve existing web applications to ensure consistent user experience
  
• Ensure adherence to branding, accessibility standards (WCAG), and security best practices
  

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience as a UI/UX Web Developer, Front‑End Developer, or similar role
  
• Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  
• Hands‑on experience with modern JavaScript frameworks or libraries (e.g., React, Vue, Angular)
  
• Solid understanding of UI/UX principles, usability, and responsive design
  
• Experience converting design assets (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch) into production code
  
• Strong attention to detail and design consistency
  
• Ability to work onsite in Houston, TX
  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Agile or sprint‑based development environments
  
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
  
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG, ADA)
  
• Experience optimizing web applications for performance and SEO
  
• Exposure to backend integration (APIs, RESTful services)
  

Work Environment & Expectations

• Experience working in the public sector is helpful
  
• Onsite role; remote work is not available
  
• Contract position with defined project scope and deliverables
  
• Candidate must already reside in the Houston area (no relocation assistance provided)
  
• Direct communication with hiring stakeholders managed through the recruiting team
  

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