UI/UX Front-End Web Developer

University-of-Hawaii-System; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Hawai'i is seeking an IT Specialist to join the Information Technology Services, Client Service and Operations Center in Honolulu. The role focuses on defining UI specifications, developing front-end interfaces, and ensuring ADA-compliant, user-friendly web experiences.

The position requires a computing-related bachelor’s degree and strong knowledge of HTML/CSS, UI/UX, and CMS tooling, with responsibilities spanning design, development, testing, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, MIS or related field.
• 0 years of progressively responsible IT experience in website and application design or equivalent.
• Functional knowledge of website and application design and development.
• Knowledge of UI/UX design principles and usability concepts.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, Bootstrap and related front-end technologies.
• Experience with GitHub or other source control systems.
• Familiarity with CMS platforms like WordPress, Drupal, Cascade, or similar.
• Knowledge of ADA accessibility requirements for web-based apps.
• Ability to learn new technologies independently and timely.
• Experience developing integrations, automations, workflows, and/or forms in ITSM contexts.

Responsibilities

• Defines UI specifications based on best practices and project requirements.
• Collaborates on UI/UX with customers and documents functional descriptions.
• Converts conceptual designs into visual mockups, wireframes, or prototypes.
• Designs and implements front-end UIs for web apps respecting usability and ADA requirements.
• Assists with coding, evaluation, and testing of web-based apps using HTML, CSS, Bootstrap.
• Assesses capabilities of new programming languages and tools.
• Provides project implementation and post-implementation support for ITS websites and apps.
• Assists with CMS templates design, implementation, and documentation.
• Develops operating procedures for CSOC and related processes.
• Designs, develops, tests, and documents automation scripts for ITSM platforms.
• Follows UH System ITS directives and best practices.
• Keeps up-to-date with emerging technologies through learning and training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

UI/UX design

HTML/CSS

Bootstrap

ADA accessibility

English fluency

Design tools (Figma/Sketch/Penpot/Luna

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, MIS or related field

Tools

GitHub

WordPress

Drupal

Cascade

SQL

React

JQuery

Job description

University of Hawai'i is seeking an IT Specialist to join the Information Technology Services, Client Service and Operations Center in Honolulu. The role focuses on defining UI specifications, developing front-end interfaces, and ensuring ADA-compliant, user-friendly web experiences.

The position requires a computing-related bachelor’s degree and strong knowledge of HTML/CSS, UI/UX, and CMS tooling, with responsibilities spanning design, development, testing, and documentation.