Front End Developer - UX/UI Designer

Front-End Developer & UI/UX Designer

The Front-End Developer & UI/UX Designer will be responsible for creating intuitive, engaging, and performant digital experiences across Rural King's eCommerce platform. This role combines front-end development expertise with user experience design, supporting the implementation of modern, headless front-end solutions integrated with HCL Commerce (v9.1). The ideal candidate will bridge creative design and technical execution—translating business goals and user needs into high-quality digital interfaces that drive customer satisfaction and engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop user-centric front-end experiences using React, js, and other modern JavaScript frameworks integrated with HCL Commerce.
• Partner with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and backend development teams to define front-end requirements and align on user experience goals.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and visual mockups that communicate design intent and usability standards.
• Conduct user experience research and testing to inform iterative improvements in interface design and navigation.
• Ensure front-end code follows accessibility, performance, and SEO best practices.
• Collaborate with QA and DevOps teams to validate and deploy front-end features.
• Develop reusable UI components and maintain a scalable front-end design system.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Rural King's digital design standards, ensuring consistency across devices and platforms.
• Work within Agile project teams, participating in sprint planning, code reviews, and retrospectives.
• Use discretion and independent judgment in daily decisions while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Actively participate in learning initiatives offered such as training programs, workshops, and webinars. Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments.
• Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively.
• Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural King's Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualities for Success:

• 4–6 years of experience in front-end development, UI/UX design, or digital experience engineering.
• Proficiency with React, js, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Experience designing and developing within headless commerce architectures (preferably HCL Commerce v9.1 or similar).
• Strong background in user experience design, including wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing.
• Proficiency with design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch.
• Understanding of responsive design, accessibility standards, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Experience working with APIs and microservices-driven front-end integrations.
• Familiarity with Agile development practices and tools like Jira and Confluence.
• Ability to translate business goals and technical constraints into elegant, intuitive digital experiences.
• Strong collaboration skills with both technical and creative teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas, instructions, and information clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated ability to actively listen, ask relevant questions, and provide thorough and articulate responses.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations.
• Ability to navigate and access all facilities.
• Skill to effectively communicate verbally with others, both in-person and via electronic devices.
• Close vision for computer-related activities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

The pay range for this position is $90,000 - $115,000 annualized and is bonus eligible. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as relevant geographic location, education, certifications, experience, job level, shift, and organizational needs.