Rapid Strategy is hiring: Front End/ UX Developer in Washington

Overview

Rapid Strategy is an award-winning, African-American-owned small business providing advanced cybersecurity and IT services to federal and commercial clients. Our mission is to deliver secure, high-impact solutions that support national objectives and operational resilience. We are currently seeking mid to senior level Front-End / UX Developer to support an existing federal customer, contingent upon contract award. This role supports the design and development of modern, accessible, and user-centered digital products across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong front-end development skills, a collaborative mindset, and experience delivering web-based applications that meet federal accessibility, usability, and security standards. Senior candidates may be asked to lead development efforts across teams and guide adoption of design systems and cloud-based technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain usable, device-agnostic, web-based products using modern front-end frameworks, cloud platforms, and industry-standard coding languages.
• Translate user research and design mockups into functional, reusable components and user interfaces aligned with design system standards.
• Ensure adherence to accessibility, navigation, usability, and responsive design best practices.
• Collaborate with designers, developers, product managers, business stakeholders, and end users to understand requirements and recommend technical solutions.
• Ensure development efforts align with evolving user needs, business goals, and compliance standards throughout the product lifecycle.
• Lead or contribute to multiple development projects simultaneously, supporting delivery of moderately complex digital products.
• Integrate emerging front-end trends, tools, and frameworks into ongoing development practices.
• Participate in or lead Agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, retrospectives, and reviews to ensure user-centered and iterative delivery.
• Promote and support the use of cloud-based environments, CI / CD practices, and collaboration tools for scalable deployment.
• Senior-level mentor: mentor junior team members, lead development teams, and oversee implementation across multiple product lines when applicable.

Required Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in front-end or UX development.
• Strong proficiency with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Vue, Angular).
• Experience developing in cloud environments and using cloud-based technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Familiarity with design systems, WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards, and Section 508 compliance.
• Experience supporting multiple digital products of moderate size and complexity.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading development teams or efforts across multiple concurrent products.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevSecOps environments.
• Experience integrating CI / CD pipelines and working with design tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Experience in a federal government or highly regulated environment.

Who Should Apply

This role is ideal for mid-level and senior front-end developers with a passion for building clean, responsive, and user-centered web applications. If you have strong technical skills, a sharp eye for design, and thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments, we encourage you to apply. We're looking for candidates who can contribute immediately, drive forward-thinking solutions, and—at the senior level—help lead teams and influence product architecture.