UI/UX and 508 Developer

Description

About Us:

eSimplicity is a modern digital services company that partners with government agencies to improve the lives and protect the well-being of all Americans, from veterans and service members to children, families, and seniors. Our engineers, designers, and strategists cut through complexity to create intuitive products and services that equip federal agencies with solutions to courageously transform today for a better tomorrow.

Purpose and Scope: 

We are seeking a talented UI/UX and 508 Developer who can design intuitive, user-centered digital experiences while ensuring compliance with Section 508 and accessible design best practices. This hybrid role blends front-end development, UX design, accessibility expertise, and user-centric problem solving.

You will collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to build interfaces that are visually compelling, easy to use, and accessible to all users—including those using assistive technologies.

Responsibilities: 

·  Develop user flows, wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs.

·  Conduct user research, usability testing, and accessibility-focused testing.

·  Translate requirements into clean, modern UI layouts and intuitive interactions.

·  Ensure design consistency through style guides, pattern libraries, and design systems.

·  Implement responsive, accessible front-end components using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, etc.).

·  Ensure all interfaces meet Section 508, WCAG 2.1 AA, and ADA compliance standards.

·  Build semantic, standards-based markup optimized for screen readers and assistive technologies.

·  Remediate accessibility issues identified through audits or user feedback.

·  Use tools such as Axe, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, and keyboard-only navigation for accessibility testing.

·  Document accessibility findings and remediation steps.

·  Support creation of VPAT/ACR documentation as needed.

·  Partner with QA teams to ensure accessible design and code are tested throughout the SDLC.

·  Work closely with engineering teams to hand off designs and ensure implementation matches UX intent and accessibility guidelines.

·  Collaborate with product managers to refine requirements and validate user needs.

·  Participate in Agile ceremonies, design reviews, and accessibility reviews.

Requirements

Required Qualifications: 

·  All candidates must pass public trust clearance through the U.S. Federal Government. This requires candidates to either be U.S. citizens or pass clearance through the Foreign National Government System which will require that candidates have lived within the United States for at least 3 out of the previous 5 years, have a valid and non-expired passport from their country of birth and appropriate VISA/work permit documentation. 

·  Bachelor’s degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.

·  3+ years of experience in UI/UX design and front-end development.

·  Strong portfolio demonstrating user-centered design and accessible interfaces.

·  Proficiency in Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar design tools.

·  Hands-on experience with modern front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, etc.).

·  Deep knowledge of Section 508, WCAG 2.1 AA standards, and accessibility best practices.

·  Experience working with screen readers and assistive technologies.

·  Strong understanding of semantic HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Working Environment:
eSimplicity supports a remote (or hybrid depending on the role and program) work environment operating within the Eastern time zone so we can work with and respond to our government clients. Expected hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern unless otherwise directed by manager.

Occasional travel for training and project meetings. It is estimated to be less than 5% per year.

Benefits:
We offer a highly competitive salary and full healthcare benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
eSimplicity is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.