Lead User Interface Designer

Title: UI/Accessibility Expert - Front-End Tech LeadLocation: Des Moines, IA 50319 - RemoteDuration: 10/26/2026 - 06/30/2027Interview: Either Web Cam or In Person Need only local candidates be submitted to this position.Pay Rate - $70 to $74 per hour on W2 Key ResponsibilitiesServe as technical lead for the front-end codebase (Angular, SASS, HTML), setting architecture, direction, and coding standards.Develop, review, and maintain high‑quality front-end code for Staff MIUI screens.Implement and enforce the U.S. Web Design System and State Design System across the project.Own accessibility strategy and ensure compliance with WCAG 2.2 AA, Section 508, Title I, and Title II requirements.Perform accessibility validation using automated testing tools, screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver), and manual keyboard/tabbing navigation.Lead code reviews, design reviews, and mentor front-end developers.Improve and maintain front-end CI/CD processes and pipelines.Identify architectural gaps and define the front-end technical roadmap.Collaborate with Java backend teams to integrate APIs and services (no Java development required).Produce technical documentation, decision records, and process documentation.Apply secure development practices aligned with government security and sensitive data handling requirements.Required QualificationsProven experience as a Front-End Tech Lead or senior-level front-end engineer.Expert knowledge of Angular, SASS, HTML.Experience implementing a design system; USWDS experience strongly preferred.Formal accessibility certification (CPACC, WAS, or equivalent).Hands-on accessibility testing experience using automated tools, screen readers, and manual navigation.Strong understanding of CI/CD and front-end deployment workflows.Ability to work effectively with Java backend teams.Demonstrated leadership skills, mentoring ability, and experience driving engineering best practices.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including documentation.Understanding of government security and sensitive data handling requirements.Preferred QualificationsExperience with Section 508 and Title I/Title II accessibility compliance.Prior work in government or public-sector environments.Experience defining engineering standards and leading process improvements.Familiarity with enterprise-scale front-end architectures and component libraries.Experience writing technical documentation, runbooks, or engineering process guides.