Frontend Web Developer

2 Months ago • 5 Years + • Frontend Development

Job Summary

Job Description

Onward Search seeks a talented Front-End Developer for a remote contract opportunity. This role focuses on parallax updates and creating visually compelling web experiences. You'll collaborate with the Creative Director and design team, translating Figma designs into responsive, interactive web and mobile experiences using Astro and other front-end technologies. Responsibilities include developing high-quality front-end code, ensuring usability and accessibility, optimizing applications for performance, integrating dynamic content with CMS platforms, using Jira for task management, and adhering to best practices. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of front-end development experience with expertise in parallax visual design and Astro, along with proficiency in Figma and Jira. A strong portfolio showcasing visually striking projects is essential.
Must have:
  • 5+ years front-end experience
  • Parallax visual design expertise
  • Proficiency in Astro & Figma
  • Responsive design knowledge
  • CMS integration experience
  • Jira proficiency
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, vision benefits
  • 401k program

Job Details

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We are currently seeking a talented Front-End Developer for a remote contract opportunity. This role will primarily focus on parallax updates and creating visually compelling, high-performing web experiences for one of our valued clients.

As a Front-End Developer, you will collaborate closely with the Creative Director and digital design team to bring designs to life, ensuring that user interfaces are both visually engaging and highly functional. You will be responsible for transforming Figma designs into responsive, interactive web and mobile experiences, with a keen focus on usability, accessibility, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement visually engaging, high-quality front-end code for web and mobile interfaces.
  • Translate Figma designs into functional, interactive experiences using Astro and other front-end technologies.
  • Ensure a seamless balance between usability, accessibility, and design aesthetics across both web and mobile platforms.
  • Collaborate with designers and stakeholders to refine the user experience and meet project objectives.
  • Optimize applications for speed, performance, and scalability, delivering a high-quality user experience.
  • Integrate dynamic content with various CMS platforms.
  • Utilize Jira for task management, project tracking, and collaboration.
  • Adhere to front-end development best practices, maintaining clean, maintainable code.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in front-end development.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of front-end development experience with a strong portfolio of visually impressive web projects.
  • Expertise in parallax visual design execution—a key focus of this role.
  • Proficiency in Astro for front-end development.
  • Experience using Figma to implement design concepts into working code.
  • Familiarity with Jira for workflow management.
  • Strong understanding of responsive design principles and ability to match UI to design specifications.
  • Hands-on experience with CMS platforms and integrating dynamic content.
  • Strong knowledge of coding best practices, object-oriented principles, and performance optimization.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with a self-motivated and proactive attitude.
  • A strong portfolio showcasing your ability to deliver visually striking web development projects.

Compensation & Contract Details:

  • Type: Remote Contract
  • Duration: 3-week contract, with potential for extension
  • Pay: $50 - $60/hr, based on experience

If you have a passion for creating exceptional digital experiences and meet the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply today and join our team of creative professionals!

Employer Details:

  • Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
  • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
  • Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
  • Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
  • Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
  • Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.

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