Front-End UI/UX Developer

Description

The River Campus Libraries (RCL) seeks a creative and collaborative Front-End UI/UX Developer to join the Digital & Research Strategies portfolio. The incumbent will lead user interface design and functional prototyping efforts for RCL’s digital initiatives, and provide support for front-end development of the library’s web presence, online exhibits, research applications, AR/VR projects, wayfinding, and digital signage. Reporting to the Assistant Dean, Digital & Research Strategies, the incumbent will leverage strong skills in user experience design, knowledge of front-end web development, and expertise in visual design to create transformative and engaging digital tools, services, and experiences. 

Job ID: 221084

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Front-End Development 40%

• Design, develop and implement mobile-first, performant, user-centered web experiences
• Apply best practices in responsive design, usability, accessibility and interactive design to projects
• Continuously improve user interfaces and interactive experiences for library websites and digital projects
• Implement modern SASS/CSS that displays appropriately on all devices and ensure cross-browser compatibility
• Participate in the design of software platform architecture and databases
• Lead efforts to improve user experience by analyzing web analytics data, conducting and analyzing user testing, and implementing and sustaining user/constituent feedback activities

UI/UX Design 40%

• Develop UI mockups and prototypes to communicate design ideas to stakeholders and support project planning
• Maintain knowledge of current and emerging UI design concepts, standards, and best practices
• Illustrate design ideas by leveraging wireframes, storyboards, user flows, process flows, and site maps
• Design graphic user interface elements like menus, controls, and other visual elements in alignment with University standards and guidelines
• Create usable and accessible graphics, images, and logos for physical signs and web and mobile applications
• Champion user-centered interaction models 

Professional Development 10%

• Explore new trends in user experience, interface design, programming and development
• Prototype new tools and run pilot projects to test new technologies
• Participate in professional networks and organizations to expand knowledge base and share our work with a broader community

Miscellaneous Duties: 10%

• Maintain currency with library functions, resources, practices and procedures
• Participate in and contribute towards River Campus Libraries and University committees, meetings, and events
• Maintain professional collaborations with River Campus Libraries colleagues and university constituencies
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree plus 1+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Portfolio highlighting multiple projects and your direct contributions
• Experience applying user-centered philosophies and interaction design best practices 
• Proficient knowledge of front/back-end programming languages HTML5, SASS/CSS, JavaScript, PHP, with in-depth understanding of DOM 
• Familiarity with debugging tools (Firebug, Chrome inspector)
• Working knowledge of version control software (GIT)
• Experience with design software (Sketch, Invision, Adobe Creative Cloud)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and engage with stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with a high degree of accountability
• Demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, equity and inclusion
• Familiarity with WCAG 2.0 and 508 Accessibility guidelines

Preferred: 

• Background in user interface design, user experience, and/or computer science
• Knowledge of modern front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, Foundation)
• Familiarity with major CMS and MVC frameworks (Drupal, WordPress, Omeka, Django)
• Familiarity with multiple development stacks (LAMP, MERN)
• Experience with project/ticket management software (JIRA)
• Comfortable working in a Unix environment
• Familiarity with game engines (Unity, Unreal)
• Experience designing for native mobile applications
• Familiarity with package management tools (Yarn, NPM)

All applicants must apply online.

Job ID: 221084