Front-End UI Developer / Accessibility Expert

DataStaff, Inc. is currently seeking a Front-End UI Developer / Accessibility Expert for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients in Des Moines, IA • This is a remote position. Job Description: Our client is seeking a highly skilled, communication-focused UI Developer / Accessibility Expert to join our digital modernization team. We are looking for a dedicated front-end specialist who will focus entirely on user interfaces and accessibility, rather than a backend or full-stack developer role. In this position, you will closely collaborate with our lead UX Architect and accessibility expert to scale high-quality digital standards across the enterprise. You will be responsible for building clean, semantic, and highly maintainable user interfaces across multiple high-visibility state agency projects. Responsibilities: • Frontend Engineering: Author clean, well-structured, and highly maintainable HTML and CSS/SASS that complies with modern web standards. • Framework Integration: Seamlessly integrate frontend user interfaces into Angular or MVC .NET frameworks. • Accessibility Architecture: Implement digital accessibility from the ground up, utilizing WCAG standards, ARIA labels, and proper color contrast to ensure all digital services are universally accessible to all Iowans. • Collaborative Development: Partner with our lead UX Architect to follow strategic architectural guidance, scaling technical accessibility standards across enterprise-level initiatives, including chatbot interfaces and global state footers. • Clear Communication: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional agency teams, clearly articulating technical frontend requirements, standards, and best practices. Knowledge & Qualifications: • Semantic Markup Expert: Deep expertise in writing clean, semantic HTML5 and modern, responsive CSS/SASS. • Accessibility Mastery: Proven experience implementing WCAG standards, managing ARIA landmarks/attributes, and resolving color contrast or screen-reader compatibility issues. • Framework Experience: Demonstrated ability to integrate front-end assets into Angular or MVC .NET environments. • Strong Communicator: Ability to clearly explain frontend engineering concepts, WCAG requirements, and technical standards to both technical team members and agency stakeholders. Required Skills: • 6 Years - Semantic HTML5, CSS, SASS • 6 Years - WCAG 2.2 Level AA, ARIA, color contrast compliance • 6 Years - Keyboard navigation and focus management • 6 Years - Screen reader testing (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver) • 6 Years - Accessibility auditing tools (axe DevTools, WAVE) • 6 Years - Angular • 6 Years - MVC .NET frameworks • 6 Years - Web standards and best practices • 6 Years - Technical communication Desired Skills: • 6 Years - Experience working with established design systems or wrapper components. • 6 Years - Direct experience utilizing or extending the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS). • 6 Years - Foundational understanding of user experience (UX) principles and design workflows. This position is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months