As a Junior Web Frontend Specialist, the consultant will help to test and validate web-based user interfaces against compliance regulations such as WCAG 2.1
From that testing, the consultant will utilize Web Programming (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript) knowledge to help the client application development team with remediation work. .
Responsibilities
• Design and code layout of a website according to the WCAG 2.1 and other regulatory requirements
• Perform accessibility evaluations for digital properties using both manual and automated testing to evaluate levels of conformance to WCAG 2.1 and other regulatory requirements and execute remediation
• Ensure that websites incorporate responsive design and mobility across a variety of web browsers
• Collaborate with application programmers to ensure front-end best practices through code recommendations and/or documentation
• Help triage and prioritize accessibility issues and provide guidance for remediation
• Apply global UI standards and design systems effectively, identify areas of improvement, and offer solutions
• Collaborate with teams to review and ensure difficult UX features can be executed accurately against design concepts
• Train the client’s application developers on best practices and develop documentation on accessibility techniques
Competencies
Proffesionalism
Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
Communication
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; Demonstrates openness
in sharing information and keeping people informed.
TeamWork
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; Is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Requirements
Desired Skill Sets/Qualifications
• Experience with a leading web development framework. ReactJS, Vue, Angular
• Development experience in an agile environment
• In-depth knowledge of basic UX skills such as identifying users, sketching, iterating, wire framing, receiving feedback from peers as well as from users, and implementing changes
• Some level of experience and understanding of automated testing tools e.g. PhantomJS will be an added advantage
• Solid understanding of web application development processes and software architecture
• Experience with mobile-first experiences and design systems, with a demonstrated ability to think through end-to-end solutions with a strong user-centered approach
• Experience with any mainstream backend framework is an added advantage
