Web Designer

Job Description

Founded in 2008, OPTiMO is an experienced consulting firm specializing in world-class, enterprise-level application development, system integration and digital design. We support a client base spanning the public and private sector, and we strive for excellence both in our design work and in the service to our clients.

Must Have Requirements:

• Work full-time, on-site at a secure facility in the Washington DC Metro area.
• Currently hold an active TS SCI security clearance.
• Four (4) or more years related industry experience.
• Certified Internet Web Professional (CIW) or equivalent certifications.
• Must have at least one (1) year of experience handling US classified documents.
• Experience with Web design and development tools and ability to understand the recommendations of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).
• Knowledge of programming languages, operating systems and Internet applications.
• Proficiency with XML, HTML, CSS, and basic web programming scripts.
• Experience using Adobe Dreamweaver, Microsoft Word, and SharePoint Services.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and schedule work assignments and projects.
• Knowledge of SQL or MySQL Database queries and functions for custom web reporting and formatting.
• Detailed oriented and strong organizational and communication skills in both oral and written form, and the ability to work well with others.
• Ability to work individually on multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the course of work.
• Understanding of accessibility standards and experience implementing compliant interfaces. [WH3.1]Experience working for the federal government or be capable of design and branding that adheres to agency visual standards.
• Accessibility & 508 Compliance Responsibilities
• Ensure all web content (HTML, CSS, JS, SharePoint pages) conforms to Section 508 standards and WCAG 2.0 A/AA success criteria.
• Conduct accessibility validation using the DHS Trusted Tester Methodology and produce compliant test reports.
• Use accessibility testing tools including ANDI, Axe, Lighthouse, WAVE, and NVDA or JAWS screen readers to verify compatibility and usability.
• Implement accessibility enhancements such as ARIA roles, semantic HTML structure, keyboard navigation, and screen reader support.
• Perform iterative testing during each release cycle to ensure continued compliance with Section 508.
• Document test plans, results, and any deviations or known accessibility limitations with recommended alternatives.
• Prepare Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs) for deliverables using VPAT 2.0 templates when applicable.

Secondary Requirements:

• Fluency in CSS3, HTML4/5, and Javascript.
• Multi-media support services
• Knowledge of Section 508 compliance standards
• Familiarity with accessibility testing tools and methods
• Ability to independently validate deliverables for accessibility
• Preferred: DHS Trusted Tester Certification
• Experience with building front-end user interfaces both using Javascript frameworks and traditional MVC techniques.
• Flexibility in development languages
• Knowledge of responsive design and its application.
• Supporting client digital transformation, including:
• Working together with project/program leaders and designers to help clients through fear and uncertainty to champion adoption of modern stacks.
• Experience with managing technical debt.
• Ability to develop and propose solutions to incompletely-defined problems
• Experience working in a team where you are not the sole developer, including:
• Understanding of testing and reproducibility.
• Understanding of how to structure your code for automated builds.
• Consistently estimating levels of effort and technical tradeoffs.
• Code reviews and coding-for-others
• Agile methodology - timeboxing, sprints
• Understanding integrating with third party systems
• Basic database/query language understanding
• Understanding of web services

Helpful Experience:

• Time as a consultant
• Familiarity with security policies and training on OPSEC, SF-312, DHS MD 11042.1
• Integrating UIs with content management systems
• SEO/website analytics tools (using, designing for)