Frontend Developer - Staff

Friends From The City•New York, NY

5h•$160,000 - $160,000•Remote

About The Position

Millions of people rely on government websites and applications to access critical services like healthcare, housing, and financial support. But when those tools are slow, confusing, or difficult to use, it can make essential tasks feel impossible. As a Frontend Developer at Friends, you will help change that. You will build fast, accessible, and reliable interfaces that help people complete important tasks with confidence. You will work closely with designers, researchers, and backend engineers to bring user-centered digital experiences to life.

Requirements

5+ years building responsive web applications in production environments
Strong command of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React
Comfort with Next.js or willingness to get there fast
Working knowledge of accessibility standards (Section 508, WCAG 2.2)
Experience in agile teams; you know what a sprint review and a retrospective are
Ability to obtain a Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) clearance

Nice To Haves

You've worked with USWDS before
You've built for multilingual or right-to-left user bases
You have federal or civic tech experience
You've contributed to open-source projects
You're comfortable in AWS environments (CloudFront, S3, Lambda) even if DevOps isn't your main thing

Responsibilities

Build and maintain React/Next.js interfaces using the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS)
Translate design prototypes into standards-compliant, reusable components
Partner with designers and backend engineers to deliver end-to-end features on a two-week sprint cycle
Own accessibility — Section 508 and WCAG 2.2 compliance are requirements, not afterthoughts
Write and maintain unit and integration tests; participate in code review via GitLab
Support multilingual interfaces, including Spanish, as the platform expands globally
Ship to production at least once per sprint

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience and market benchmarks
401(k) with company match to help you invest in your future
18 days of PTO, 11 paid federal holidays, and 5 additional wellness days to rest, recharge, and take care of yourself
Flexible remote work with support for coworking memberships if needed
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance and short-term disability coverage
Access to mental health support and Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
Wellness-first culture that respects boundaries and encourages balance
Annual Professional Development Stipend to invest in courses, conferences, books, or coaching
Opportunities to lead, mentor, and learn across projects and disciplines
Regular feedback, growth planning, and clear career pathways
A collaborative, mission-driven team that values your perspective
The chance to work on meaningful civic tech projects that directly improve people’s lives
An environment where creativity, curiosity, and care are part of the job