UI/UX + Front-End Developer

Job Title: Programmer Analyst 6 - UI/UX + Front-End Developer
Location: Lansing, MI Hybrid (2 days a week)
Contract Length: Full-time position with minimum 1-year Contract

About the project:

• 16 applications that are being supported with sunset technologies.
• These systems support independent licensing and registration functions within ***.
• The applications support the licensing, compliance, and security including creation of identification
• badges for licensed casino employees, management of responsible gaming database (problem gamblers) and management of their licensing approval process.
• The objective of this project is to modernize the legacy IT applications used by the (***). This will be achieved by rewriting them using current, supported technologies, thereby mitigating risks associated with end-of-life applications and ensuring ongoing operational support for *** business functions.

• *** is committed to serving its citizens through effective, efficient, and innovative.
• Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for all Michiganders by providing essential services, fostering economic growth, and upholding the public trust.
• Within our technology divisions, we believe in creating a collaborative work environment where technology professionals can make a difference in the lives of Michigan citizens.
• supported by a centralized information technology (IT) organization that delivers a wide array of online services to state agencies, residents, and businesses.

• We pride ourselves on a dynamic and nationally recognized IT workforce, whose diverse skills contribute to a program consistently considered top-tier within government circles.
• Our team is dedicated to leveraging technology to enhance public access, optimize *** operations, and ensure the security and privacy of vital data.
• Join us in a collaborative environment where your IT expertise can make a direct and tangible difference in the lives of over 10 million Michiganders.

Job Description:

• We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Contract UI/UX + Front-End Developer to join our project team for a minimum one-year engagement.
• In this role, you will be instrumental in designing and developing intuitive, user-friendly, and visually appealing web applications that meet our business objectives and provide exceptional user experiences.
• You will bridge the gap between design and technical implementation, working closely with product owners, business analyst, solution architect, and back-end developers.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand project requirements and translate them into effective UI/UX designs and front-end solutions.

• Design and prototype business web applications using tools such as Adobe XD, Figma, or similar.

• Convert UI/UX designs into high-quality, responsive, and performant front-end components.

• Develop and maintain web applications using HTML, CSS, Tailwind, or SASS.

• Develop and implement interactive web applications using JavaScript or Typescript, and/or front-end libraries such as React or Angular.

• Utilize code repositories (e.g., GitHub, Azure Repos) for version control, collaborative development, and code management.

• Work with modern front-end build pipelines and tools

• Actively participate in an agile development environment, contributing to sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and demonstrate a collaborative mindset.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in designing business web applications.

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Adobe XD, Figma, or similar UI/UX design and prototyping tools.

• 5+ years of experience converting UI/UX designs into front-end components.

• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, Tailwind, or SASS.

• Experience with JavaScript or Typescript.

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Azure DevOps.

• Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools, such as Webpack, Babel, and NPM.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in an agile development environment.

• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

• Experience with Agile and/or Scrum methodologies.

• A portfolio of past projects demonstrating your UI/UX and front-end work is required for consideration.

Nice-to-Have (Optional):

• Hands-on experience with React and/or MUI.

• Passion for staying up-to-date with the latest front-end and UX design trends and technologies.

• .NET Web API's (a plus).