Frontend Developer (JavaScript)

About The Company

Friends From The City is a pioneering design, research, and engineering firm dedicated to creating impactful digital solutions for the public sector. Our core mission is to simplify, enhance, and make digital interactions with government entities accessible to all users. We focus on removing barriers such as complex user flows, inaccessible content, and language limitations that hinder effective service delivery. By leveraging accessible design principles, rigorous research methodologies, and robust coding practices, we develop digital products that serve diverse communities efficiently and reliably.

About The Role

As a Frontend Developer - Staff at Friends From The City, you will play a crucial role in transforming government digital services to be more user-friendly, accessible, and reliable. Millions of individuals depend on government websites and applications to access essential services like healthcare, housing, and financial assistance. When these platforms are slow, confusing, or inaccessible, it can prevent people from completing vital tasks. Your expertise will help bridge this gap by building fast, accessible interfaces that empower users to navigate government services with confidence.

You will collaborate closely with designers, researchers, and backend engineers to develop user-centered digital experiences. Your responsibilities will include translating design prototypes into reusable, standards-compliant components, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards such as Section 508 and WCAG 2.2, and maintaining high-quality code through testing and code reviews. Additionally, you will support multilingual interfaces, including Spanish, as the platform expands globally. Your work will directly impact the efficiency and inclusivity of public digital services, making a meaningful difference in people's lives.

This role offers an opportunity to build and ship features on a regular sprint cycle, working remotely from anywhere within the Continental U.S. The position is full-time, salaried, and comes with a competitive compensation package aligned with market standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience developing responsive web applications in production environments
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React
• Experience or familiarity with Next.js framework
• Strong understanding of accessibility standards including Section 508 and WCAG 2.2
• Experience working within agile teams, participating in sprint reviews and retrospectives
• Ability to obtain a Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline or equivalent professional experience
  
  

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain React/Next.js interfaces using the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS)
• Translate design prototypes into reusable, standards-compliant components
• Collaborate with designers and backend engineers to deliver end-to-end features within two-week sprint cycles
• Ensure accessibility compliance (Section 508, WCAG 2.2) is integrated into all development work
• Write and maintain unit and integration tests; participate in code reviews via GitLab
• Support multilingual interfaces, including Spanish, as the platform expands globally
• Ship features and updates to production at least once per sprint
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and market benchmarks
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
• 18 days of paid time off, 11 federal holidays, and 5 wellness days annually
• Flexible remote work arrangements with support for coworking memberships
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and short-term disability coverage
• Access to mental health resources and Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
• Annual professional development stipend for courses, conferences, and books
• Opportunities for mentorship, leadership, and cross-disciplinary learning
  
  

Equal Opportunity

Friends From The City is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating a workspace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds who are passionate about civic technology and public service.