Overview
Initial 12-month contract with extension options. Canberra-based onsite role. Baseline clearance required.
Role Summary
This role is suited to an experienced Front End Developer / UI Designer who is passionate about creating intuitive, accessible, and user-focused digital experiences. Working within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, you will contribute to the design and development of modern digital services that balance user needs, business objectives, and technical capabilities. The position plays a key role in delivering high-quality, human-centred solutions through iterative design, rapid prototyping, and front-end development practices.
Key Duties
* Design and develop user-centric interfaces aligned with established design systems and style guides
* Create user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs
* Translate design concepts into functional front-end components using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
* Collaborate with developers, designers, and researchers to deliver seamless digital experiences
* Conduct and support usability testing and apply findings to improve interface design
* Ensure accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA) are met across all deliverables
* Contribute to continuous improvement through iterative design and development processes
Skills and Experience Required
* Demonstrated experience in UI design and front-end development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks (e.g. React or Angular)
* Strong ability to work within established design systems and style guides
* Proven experience translating usability testing insights into actionable design improvements
* Sound understanding and application of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA minimum)
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders
* Experience designing wireframes, prototypes, and interactive user interfaces
* Ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary, agile environments
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