CompanyFederal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is one of the 12 regional Reserve Banks that, together with the Board of Governors in Washington, D.C., make up the Federal Reserve System. It helps formulate and implement monetary policy, supervises banks and bank and savings and loan holding companies, and provides financial services to depository institutions and the federal government. The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia serves eastern and central Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, and Delaware.
Are you a problem solver? Do you love working with complex data, translating visual concepts into immersive user experiences, and collaborating with creative teams? Do you value a supportive and cooperative environment for continuous improvement?
As a Front-End Developer at the Federal Reserve, you will develop solutions that keep the public educated and informed about the working of the Nation's Central Bank. Our projects help make the underlying structure of the economy visible to the public and keep policy makers informed about the state of the economy.
You'll support the Bank's mission by building, maintaining, and enhancing the Bank's digital communications, as well as provide direction and expertise. You'll work closely with a myriad of teams at a District and System level to deliver innovate and compelling solutions. You will report to the Manager of Digital Solutions.
NOTE: This job description below reflects the higher level of a dual grade job posting. Candidates who possess a slightly lower level of experience, education, or qualifications may also be considered. The salary grade for this position is: 15/14. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant's background, experience, and skills, and internal equity and alignment with market data. Job Description:
You will design, prototype, develop, and implement internet/intranet-based UI/UX solutions using a number of digital frameworks and strategies. Provide leadership in the bank's efforts to continually enhance website design, usability and navigation. You will establish and maintain web standards in order to develop dynamic web features and functionalities; and to employ best practices in both design and digital solutions. Review UX/UI development architectures currently in place and works with technical team to recommend solutions to improve. Assure designs and solutions are not only a fit for the specific purpose but also closely align with the standards guidelines of technology solutions. You translate design and interaction requirements to a solution which is fully functional in the Bank's web environment and across all web browsers, including mobile devices (iOS, Android). Inform stakeholders about any problems with the current technical solutions being implemented. You evaluate the user impact that certain design and technology choices have. Leverage industry best practices for digital technology, frameworks and code libraries in solutions. Lead front-end development of the Bank's public and internal website(s). Provide direction and insight into user experience, content generation and coordination, visual design and typography, style conformity, and maintenance. You evaluate user research, analytics, and best practices to inform user-experience enhancements and decisions. Provide advanced technical guidance and support to team members, stakeholders, and content owners. Incorporate world-class functionality into application when new tools and capabilities become available to increase user experience and engagement. You lead development and design of new mobile and multi-media applications that will enhance the Bank's digital communications strategy. Keep up-to-date with industry standards and best practices. This includes, but is not limited to, mobile web, security, accessibility, and usability. Fulfill job duties and responsibilities in conformance with sound safety practices. You meet routinely with the Manager of Digital Solutions, the digital team, and the media team to review analytics and make changes to user interface to increase traffic to high target products. You perform other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Web Design, or relevant experience required. A minimum of 8 years' experience in developing and maintaining websites and a minimum of 4 years' user experience development of dynamic internet applications. Minimum of 6 years` experience developing enterprise sites and applications, responsive interfaces (including optimization for mobile and tablet), email campaigns, and other user experiences (UX) and interaction. Minimum of 6 years` experience in UI/UX development with data presentation and visualization. Minimum of 5 years` experience implementing UI/UX designs and creating test-ready interfaces and applications in an agile development environment.
Knowledge and Skills:
Demonstrated expertise in user experience, accessibility, data visualization, mobile application development, search and website analytics, social media, or database design is highly desired. Ability to understand existing content and business process to design and deliver solutions. Experience with migration of website content from legacy systems to new platforms. Experience with building secure web-based applications using secure coding best practices. Expert knowledge of React.js, React Native, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript ES6 / TypeScript. Strong working knowledge of D3.js and other data visualization libraries. Strong working knowledge of speed focused techniques like async loading and lazy loading. Strong working knowledge of UX / UI best practices and optimization techniques. Strong working knowledge of Node.js. Strong working knowledge of Photoshop, Sketch or similar. Strong working knowledge of Bootstrap / Foundation or similar. Ability to build web pages from concept to design to code. Knowledge and experience in implementing WCAG website accessibility standards. Experience in a volume-driven and time-sensitive work environment with the ability to track and meet multiple deadlines. Experience using Sitecore preferred. Project management skills are a plus.
To apply: You must upload both a resume and a cover letter to be considered for this position. Please upload both files using the Resume/CV upload option. We offer a great benefits package that features:
Medical (4 options), Prescription, Dental (3 options), and Vision Insurance with no waiting period 401k/Thrift Plan with generous employer match Employer-funded Pension Plan Paid Vacation/Sick Time & Holidays Monthly $100 Commuter Allowance Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Spending Accounts Flexible Work Schedule available in most departments Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement (undergraduate and graduate) Parental Leave Free onsite 24/7 Fitness Center including training classes, Peloton bikes and locker room / shower facilities Onsite Cafeteria & Coffee Shop Additional Convenience Benefits, Discounts and More..
Additional Information:
The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia takes your information privacy seriously.Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia staff will only email you from the "@phil.frb.org" domain or through the Workday system "rb@myworkday.com". If you are initially contacted by phone, feel free to request that the caller provide you with their email address to validate their identity. If you have any questions about the validity of someone who contacts you regarding this position, please email the Talent Acquisition team at TalentAcquisition@phil.frb.org. The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia believes that diversity, equity and inclusion among our employees is essential to our success as an organization, and we want to recruit, develop and retain the most accomplished people from a diverse candidate pool. To support a workplace culture of belonging, we offer nine employee resource groups (ERGs) and a 100 percent rating on the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Corporate Equality Index. The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We have nine employee resource groups (ERGs) to support a diverse workforce. Abilities (supporting disabilities and allies), African Heritage, Asian-Pacific, Freedom (supporting LQBTQ+ and allies), Talent Forward (supporting career growth), Women United, Latin and Hispanic Heritage, Working Families and Veterans. ERGs are open to all employees. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job responsibilities, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at TalentAcquisition@phil.frb.org. All Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia employees must comply with the Bank's ethics rules, which generally prohibit employees, their spouses/domestic partners, and minor children from owning securities, such as stock, of banks or savings associations or their affiliates, such as bank holding companies and savings and loan holding companies. If you or your spouse/domestic partner or minor child own such securities and would not be willing or able to divest them if you accepted an offer of Bank employment, you should raise this issue with the Recruiter for this posting, who can provide you contact information for our ethics officer if necessary. You should review the Bank's Employee Code of Conduct to ensure compliance with conflict of interest rules and personal investment restrictions. Background investigations and drug testing are required for all new hires as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made. Candidates for positions deemed as "safety sensitive" will also be screened for the presence of marijuana. Employment may not begin until the Bank accepts the results of the background investigation. Certain eligibility rules apply. You will provide work authorization to prove your eligibility to work in the United States. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature, level of work and the requirements of this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities associated with this position or the personnel so classified. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of this position, management reserves the right to revise this or any job description at its discretion at any time. This is NOT a 100% remote opportunity. You will be available to work on-site in at least a hybrid capacity. Learn more about the Philly Fed and its culture. Learn more about working for the Philly Fed.
Full Time / Part TimeFull time
Regular / TemporaryRegular
Job Exempt (Yes / No)Yes
Job CategoryCommunications/Public Relations Family Group
Work ShiftFirst (United States of America)
The Federal Reserve Banks believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences. Always verify and apply to jobs on Federal Reserve System Careers (https://rb.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/FRS) or through verified Federal Reserve Bank social media channels. Privacy Notice
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Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
Dec 12, 2024