The Fai is hiring: Job Listing: Front-End Web Developer in Washington
The Fai, Washington, DC, United States
The Foundation for American Innovation champions the technology, talent, and ideas essential to American prosperity, security, and flourishing. We are builders, hackers, and scholars advancing an optimistic vision of the future—aligning technology with human ends to forge a more perfect union between innovation and the American republic.
To support this mission, FAI is seeking a Front-End Web Developer , reporting to the Creative Director, to lead the revamp of our web presence and build the digital infrastructure that reflects our standing as one of the most influential organizations at the intersection of technology and governance.
This is a full-time position based in Washington, DC .
Responsibilities
Web Development & Maintenance:
Build, revamp, and maintain FAI’s public-facing website and landing pages
Implement FAI’s design system—typography, color palette, illustration assets, and layout conventions—faithfully in the browser
Ensure consistent performance, responsiveness, and cross-browser compatibility across all web properties
Design Implementation:
Translate design files and brand specifications from Figma into production-ready HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Collaborate closely with the Creative Director to maintain brand fidelity across all digital touchpoints
Develop reusable components and templates that enable the external relations team to publish content independently
Content Systems:
Select, configure, and maintain a CMS that enables non-technical staff to update and publish content with minimal friction
Build and document content workflows in coordination with the outreach and research teams
Build interactive data visualizations for published research and policy work
Support the development of special interactive features for high-profile reports and events
Performance & Accessibility:
Maintain high standards for page speed, Core Web Vitals, and SEO
Coordinate with the CTO on infrastructure, security, and deployment
Qualifications
FAI welcomes applicants from a range of backgrounds, including design agencies, in-house creative teams, and mission-driven startups, but the right candidate likely has at least four years of experience.
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
Strong portfolio of design-forward web work showing genuine typographic sensitivity, brand fidelity, and craft
Experience implementing design systems from Figma, Adobe, or equivalent design tools
Familiarity with headless CMS platforms (Contentful, Sanity, or similar)
Working knowledge of web performance optimization and accessibility standards
Experience with version control (Git) and modern deployment workflows
An eye for detail and demonstrated good taste—spacing, hierarchy, and motion.
Excellent written communication skills and ability to document systems for non-technical colleagues
Alignment with FAI’s mission
Benefits and Perks
Annual salary range estimated to be $85,000–$120,000 but is negotiable based on experience
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) match up to 6%
$1,000 annual book credit
Monthly commuter benefit
Unlimited vacation policy
To Apply
Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:
Paragraph(s) describing three distinct reasons you are drawn to FAI’s mission and how you came to those beliefs
Link to portfolio or representative work samples
Salary requirements
Three professional references
There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted until it is filled.
FAI is an equal-opportunity employer. We review applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, uniformed services, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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To support this mission, FAI is seeking a Front-End Web Developer , reporting to the Creative Director, to lead the revamp of our web presence and build the digital infrastructure that reflects our standing as one of the most influential organizations at the intersection of technology and governance.
This is a full-time position based in Washington, DC .
Responsibilities
Web Development & Maintenance:
Build, revamp, and maintain FAI’s public-facing website and landing pages
Implement FAI’s design system—typography, color palette, illustration assets, and layout conventions—faithfully in the browser
Ensure consistent performance, responsiveness, and cross-browser compatibility across all web properties
Design Implementation:
Translate design files and brand specifications from Figma into production-ready HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Collaborate closely with the Creative Director to maintain brand fidelity across all digital touchpoints
Develop reusable components and templates that enable the external relations team to publish content independently
Content Systems:
Select, configure, and maintain a CMS that enables non-technical staff to update and publish content with minimal friction
Build and document content workflows in coordination with the outreach and research teams
Build interactive data visualizations for published research and policy work
Support the development of special interactive features for high-profile reports and events
Performance & Accessibility:
Maintain high standards for page speed, Core Web Vitals, and SEO
Coordinate with the CTO on infrastructure, security, and deployment
Qualifications
FAI welcomes applicants from a range of backgrounds, including design agencies, in-house creative teams, and mission-driven startups, but the right candidate likely has at least four years of experience.
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
Strong portfolio of design-forward web work showing genuine typographic sensitivity, brand fidelity, and craft
Experience implementing design systems from Figma, Adobe, or equivalent design tools
Familiarity with headless CMS platforms (Contentful, Sanity, or similar)
Working knowledge of web performance optimization and accessibility standards
Experience with version control (Git) and modern deployment workflows
An eye for detail and demonstrated good taste—spacing, hierarchy, and motion.
Excellent written communication skills and ability to document systems for non-technical colleagues
Alignment with FAI’s mission
Benefits and Perks
Annual salary range estimated to be $85,000–$120,000 but is negotiable based on experience
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) match up to 6%
$1,000 annual book credit
Monthly commuter benefit
Unlimited vacation policy
To Apply
Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:
Paragraph(s) describing three distinct reasons you are drawn to FAI’s mission and how you came to those beliefs
Link to portfolio or representative work samples
Salary requirements
Three professional references
There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted until it is filled.
FAI is an equal-opportunity employer. We review applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, uniformed services, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Get occasional updates about our upcoming events, announcements, and publications.
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