Job Description

About the Hiring Group

RTI International is one of the world's leading research institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Our staff of nearly 6,000 provides research and technical services to governments and businesses in more than 75 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory testing and chemical analysis.

We are seeking a talented Front End UI/UX Developer to join our team. As the primary developer responsible for creating the front end for our websites and applications, you will play a critical role in ensuring our products are visually appealing, user-friendly, and meet the needs of our customers.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with product owners and designers to create responsive and visually appealing user interfaces
• Develop and maintain web-based software products and cross-platform mobile applications, ensuring they meet high standards of quality, performance, and user experience
• Implement responsive design principles and ensure compatibility across various devices and browsers
• Use best practices for user experience design and incorporate feedback from users to continuously improve the product
• Develop prototypes and wireframes to quickly iterate on design concepts
• Participate in all phases of the agile development lifecycle and ensure timely delivery of projects

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Excellent communication skills, including fluency in written and spoken English, with the ability to explain complex technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the flexibility to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• A strong portfolio of prior work that highlights both technical skill and design philosophy, with examples that demonstrate user-centered thinking and creativity.

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What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience(Note: a Bachelor’s level degree equivalent to 6 years of directly related experience).
• 2+ years of directly related experience in front end development and/or UX/UI design.
• Demonstrated proficiency in HTML, CSS/SASS, and JavaScript, with knowledge of modern frameworks and libraries.
• Demonstrated experience with responsive design frameworks (e.g., Bootstrap, Foundation, Tailwind).
• Demonstrated proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git) and *nix-based development environments.
• Demonstrated understanding of accessibility guidelines and inclusive design principles
• Demonstrated familiarity with design systems and component-based UI development.
• Demonstrated familiarity with design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or Sketch
• Experience with containerization and cloud environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) a plus.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer and not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment authorization.

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EEO & Pay Equity Statements

As a global employer of choice, RTI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace and the communities and markets where we serve our mission. We value diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective and welcome applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, creed, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws or RTI policy.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Further information is available here.

RTI International is an independent, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach and one that integrates expertise across the social and laboratory sciences, engineering, and international development. We believe in the promise of science, and we are inspired every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses around the world. For more information, visit www.rti.org.

For USA Job Postings Only: RTI participates in the US Government E-Verify program. Further information regarding the E-Verify program and laws that are designed to protect you against discrimination relating to your legal right to work in the US can be found here.

For San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available here.

The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States.

RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.

At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance.

Equal Pay Act Minimum/Range$80,000.00-$120,000.00