UI/UX Web Developer

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