Front End/ UX Developer Washington, DC Job at Kaizen Lab Inc. in Washington

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 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.

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