Senior Front-End Web Developer

Front-End Web DevelopmentLead the front-end development, modernization, and ongoing maintenance of ARLs internal and external websites.Build and maintain high-quality, responsive, and accessible user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.Review code, provide technical guidance, and ensure best practices across the team.Oversee and prioritize web requests through ServiceNow, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.Stay current with emerging web technologies and practices while adhering to ARLs security and information assurance standards.Visual and UI DesignLead the visual design, user experience, and front-end standards for ARLs web properties.Translate feedback, user needs, and organizational goals into thoughtful design solutions.Establish and maintain consistent branding, layout, and interaction patterns across platforms.Keep ARLs sites visually modern, intuitive, and engaging.Guide and review design work produced by web staff to ensure quality and consistency.Accessibility and StandardsLead compliance efforts for accessibility standards (WCAG, Section 508).Establish accessibility best practices and documentation for the web team.Recommend training opportunities and provide guidance to staff on accessibility and inclusive design.Leadership and CollaborationSupervise two web developers (one full-time, one part-time), providing technical direction, feedback, and professional development support.Communicate and collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments to deliver web solutions that meet organizational needs.Contribute to and support SCO department-wide initiatives alongside designers, communications specialists, and archivists.