Front End Developer

$75,000 - $95,000/Yr

New America - Washington, DC

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Washington, DC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

New America is a dynamic and innovative organization dedicated to delivering exceptional digital experiences. We specialize in creating engaging and user-friendly web applications using cutting-edge technologies. We are looking for a talented Front-End Developer to join our team and help us build beautiful, responsive, and high-performance websites using Wagtail CMS and WordPress. We are seeking a skilled Front-End Developer to join our Central Communications team during an exciting period of website redesign. The ideal candidate will have a passion for building exceptional web interfaces and a strong understanding of front-end development technologies. Your work will be crucial to our current redesign efforts and post-launch optimization. You will collaborate closely with our designers, back-end developers, and content creators to develop and maintain our websites, ensuring they are visually appealing, user-friendly, and optimized for performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive and interactive web interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Work with Wagtail CMS and WordPress to build and customize content modules, templates, and front-end components.
• Collaborate with designers and data visualization developers to translate UI/UX designs into pixel-perfect web pages.
• Optimize web pages for performance, accessibility, and SEO.
• Implement best practices in web development, including code reviews, testing, and documentation.
• Implement and maintain security best practices to protect data visualizations and website integrations, ensuring compliance with organizational security policies.
• Utilize experience with WordPress to manage and integrate data visualizations within the CMS, ensuring compatibility and functionality.
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and resolve any front-end issues.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest front-end development trends and technologies.
• Work with back-end developers to integrate front-end code with server-side logic.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of new features and functionality.

Requirements

• 3-5 years as a Front-End Developer or similar role with a focus on data visualization and website integration.
• Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with front-end frameworks/libraries such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Experience with WordPress, including theme development, customization, and familiarity with WordPress security best practices.
• Experience with PHP and MySQL for WordPress development.
• Understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
• Knowledge of SEO principles and best practices.
• Experience with code repositories (e.g., Git).
• Understanding of web security principles and practices, including familiarity with common security vulnerabilities (e.g., XSS, CSRF, SQL Injection) and how to mitigate them.
• Knowledge of industry standards and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) related to data security and privacy.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with image and document management in Wagtail and WordPress.
• Understanding of accessibility standards and best practices (e.g., A11Y and WCAG).
• Experience with performance optimization techniques for web applications.
• Familiarity with Python and Django for back-end integration.
• Relevant security certifications, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or other relevant credentials.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment