User Interface Developer

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position REQUIRES that a RESUME and COVER LETTER be submitted in addition to the UCLA Application. Please have ALL FILES ready when applying.

Department Summary

Digital Strategies and Collection Services (DSCS) supports the Library’s mission by providing services related to the stewardship, discovery, access, and use of Library collections in digital environments. Through collaborative efforts with Library units and campus partners, DSCS assists in the development, delivery, and ongoing support of systems, services, and interfaces that support teaching, learning, and research.Library Access & Discovery Interfaces (LADI) is a unit within DSCS that provides front-end development and user experience (UX) design services in support of Library discovery and access platforms. LADI designs, develops, and maintains user-facing web applications and interfaces that enable users to discover, access, and interact with Library resources, and works collaboratively with Library stakeholders and technical partners to support Library services.LADI follows a Kanban method of Agile development, with regular backlog grooming, daily standups, and periodic retrospectives. The unit emphasizes collaboration, feedback, and continuous improvement, and supports flexible and remote work arrangements consistent with Library and departmental practices.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Head of Library Access & Discovery Interfaces, the User Interface Developer provides programming and systems analysis for the design, development, enhancement, and documentation of Library web applications and user-facing interfaces. The User Interface Developer develops and maintains front-end application code using modern web development frameworks, and builds robust interfaces that integrate with back-end services and application programming interfaces. The User Interface Developer implements responsive, accessible, and maintainable user interfaces for Library platforms, including discovery and access services. The position applies established coding standards, development workflows, and accessibility guidelines, and develops front-end components and templates that support Library web applications and content management systems. In addition to front-end development responsibilities, the User Interface Developer supports user experience (UX) research and design activities in the course of application development. Working in collaboration with UX designers and other stakeholders, the User Interface Developer assists in applying research findings, design specifications, wireframes, and prototypes, and translates them into functional interfaces. Responsibilities include supporting design reviews and usability testing, applying the Library's design system and component library, and contributing UI and usability improvements based on implementation experience and user feedback. The User Interface Developer works collaboratively with members of Library Access & Discovery Interfaces, other Library technology partners, librarians, and stakeholders to support the ongoing operation and improvement of Library web applications and services.

Salary & Compensation

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Qualifications

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Special Conditions for Employment

Schedule

M-F, 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m.

Union / Policy Covered

99-Policy Covered

Complete Position Description

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