Required Skills & Experience
5 8+ years of professional software development experience, with a significant focus on front-end / UI development
Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery, with an emphasis on writing clean, semantic, maintainable markup
Demonstrated experience applying UI/UX design principles information architecture, interaction design, visual hierarchy, and usability best practices to real product interfaces
Hands-on experience implementing and testing for web accessibility, including WCAG 2.1/2.2 (AA) and Section 508 compliance
Practical experience with ARIA roles/attributes, semantic HTML, keyboard navigation, focus management, and testing with assistive technologies (e.g., screen readers such as JAWS/NVDA/VoiceOver)
Strong proficiency in C# and the ASP.NET MVC 5 framework
Experience developing and supporting full-stack .NET applications in a Windows environment
Solid experience with Microsoft SQL Server, including database design/data modeling and writing T-SQL queries, stored procedures, and views to support UI features
Solid understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and core computer science principles
Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and integrating front-end interfaces with internal and external systems
Experience with unit testing and supporting QA, usability testing, and release processes
Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and best engineering practices
Ability to analyze requirements, debug complex UI and cross-browser issues, and deliver reliable, polished solutions
Preferred Skills
Experience with DevExpress UI components and reporting tools
Formal training or certification in UX design, accessibility (e.g., IAAP CPACC/WAS), or human-centered design
Experience conducting or supporting usability testing, accessibility audits, or design reviews
Familiarity with design/prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD) and translating designs into accessible front-end code
Experience with financial aid, student systems, or higher education data
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
Experience maintaining or modernizing legacy .NET applications, particularly front-end layers
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and source control systems such as Git
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to advocate for users and accessibility with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Education
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Design, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience