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Markon Solutions

UI/UX Web Developer

Markon Solutions, Herndon, Virginia, United States, 22070


Job Title

UI/UX Web Developer

Job Description

Company Overview:

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs - we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make - which is why we're consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation's most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters - bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients' missions.

Join us and make a meaningful impact.

Markon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Description:

Markon is seeking a UI/UX Web Developer to support our Intelligence Customer in shaping the digital experiences of our users. A successful UI/UX Web Developer will focus on creating intuitive, visually appealing interfaces that seamlessly connect design concepts to functional web applications.

Responsibilities:

• Translate wireframes and mockups into responsive HTML and CSS layouts.

• Enhance user interactions using JavaScript and front-end libraries (e.g., React.js).

• Optimize performance for various devices and browsers.

• Utilize Git for version control, collaborating with other developers and designers.

• Participate in code reviews and maintain code quality.

• Work closely with UX designers to implement visual elements.

• Use design tools (such as Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch) to create pixel-perfect interfaces.

• Conduct user research to understand behavior, preferences, and pain points.

• Validate designs through usability testing and iterate based on feedback.

• Apply visual design principles (layout, typography, color theory) to create cohesive experiences.

• Ensure consistency with brand guidelines and maintain a unified look and feel.

• Implement best practices for web accessibility (WCAG) to make our products inclusive.

• Add alt text, ARIA roles, and other accessibility features.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring that our products meet high standards of usability, accessibility, and aesthetics.

Job Requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or certificate in Computer Science is desired, Web Design, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

• Passion for staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Travel

Location

Herndon, VA - Herndon, VA US (Primary)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Category

Information Technology

Exemption Type

Exempt

Date Needed By

6/24/2024

Security Clearance

TS/SCI with a Full Scope Polygraph