Static Web Developer
Job Posting: Static Web Developer
Project: Website Modernization Initiative aligned with new Common Look and Feel (CLF) Standards
We're seeking a talented Static Web Developer to support a large-scale website modernization effort. This is an opportunity to help transform and streamline digital experiences using modern design standards and a newly introduced design system to deliver accessible, user-centric, and high-performing websites.
You’ll help transition existing web properties—some currently using Angular and React—to modern static site architectures. The role involves leveraging a reusable component library and adhering to high standards of accessibility, performance, and development best practices.
About the Design System:
The design system represents a new vision for digital experiences and is the latest iteration of Common Look and Feel (CLF) guidelines. It was built to:
- Provide a consistent and trustworthy user experience across web properties.
- Ensure WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility (at a minimum) for all users.
- Offer reusable HTML components and design patterns (available via Storybook and Figma) to streamline development.
- Promote efficient build and maintenance processes.
- Enhance the ease of content management and page layout creation.
What You’ll Do:
- Develop and implement new static websites using the design system and its component library.
- Rewrite and migrate content and functionality from existing websites (including WordPress sites) to static site generator frameworks.
- Collaborate with UI/UX designers, content strategists, and other stakeholders to translate design mockups into functional, responsive, and accessible web pages.
- Ensure development aligns with modern standards, including HTML5, CSS3, Responsive Web Design (RWD), and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility.
- Optimize websites for speed, performance, and SEO.
- Integrate with backend systems or APIs as needed, potentially using a headless CMS.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to a collaborative development environment.
- Stay current with emerging web technologies and static site best practices.
- Troubleshoot and resolve website issues.
What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience as a Web Developer with a strong portfolio showcasing static website projects.
- Proficiency in modern front-end technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+).
- Experience with static site generators such as Eleventy, Hugo, Jekyll, Next.js, Gatsby, or Astro.
- Experience working on projects with strict accessibility and design standards.
- Familiarity with frameworks like Bootstrap, Angular, and similar tools.
- Knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards and experience building accessible sites.
- Experience working with design systems and component-based development; familiarity with Storybook and Figma is a plus.
- Experience with WordPress, Angular, React, and other CMS platforms.
- Strong understanding of Responsive Web Design and mobile-first development.
- Proficiency with version control systems, preferably Git.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- A commitment to building high-quality, user-focused digital experiences.