Web Designer

$72,000 - $78,000/Yr

Usalliance Financial - Rye, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Rye, NY

About the position

USALLIANCE Financial is seeking a detail-oriented Web Designer to join their team. This role involves utilizing design skills alongside HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create and maintain engaging website pages, landing pages, digital applications, and email templates. The Web Designer will work closely with the Design & UX Manager and collaborate with the Marketing and Digital Banking teams to enhance member experience and effectively communicate the brand. The position emphasizes innovation in design solutions to provide exceptional service to members.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update website pages and email templates, implementing necessary enhancements.
• Ensure all design elements function seamlessly across various browsers and devices (responsive web design).
• Develop HTML/CSS/JavaScript code for new and existing CMS templates.
• Code front-end elements for various web applications.
• Create prototypes, mockups, and staging sites for review and feedback.
• Monitor website performance metrics to inform design improvements.
• Optimize websites and applications to ensure accessibility and fast loading speeds.
• Identify and troubleshoot various website issues and coding problems.
• Collaborate with the design, content, and development teams to enhance the functionality and user-friendliness of web applications.
• Analyze target market trends, as well as competitors to inform design strategies.
• Assess new standards, technologies, and trends, and formulate strategies and plans for future enhancement of websites.
• Maintain and develop a high level of technical expertise including, but not limited to, new coding techniques, front-end development practices, and knowledge of the development industry and any advancements in technology.
• Meet tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a front-end web design and development role.
• Up-to-date portfolio demonstrating mastery, creativity, and diversity.
• Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and content management systems; knowledge of Bootstrap a plus.
• Must have knowledge and experience with Adobe XD/Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator.
• Familiarity with HubSpot CMS and Email; ability to learn new content platforms quickly.
• Strong knowledge of responsive design and ADA/Accessibility principles.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with designers, developers, and other relevant staff members or clients.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines; Flexibility to adapt to changing instructions and requirements; Willingness to troubleshoot and solve complex problems.
• Understanding of SEO principles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and details simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Bootstrap
• Experience with HubSpot CMS
• Familiarity with ADA/Accessibility principles

Benefits

• Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
• Opportunities for Professional Development and Career Growth
• Hybrid Schedule (min. 3 Days in Office to Maximize Collaboration)
• A Collaborative and Inclusive Work Environment
• Paid Time Off, Wellness Time & Paid Federal Holidays
• 401K with 6% Match
• High Performance Culture