Front-End Technical Lead – Angular, SASS and Accessibility

Job overview

The Front-End Technical Lead – Angular, SASS and Accessibility role is described as remote, with the client requesting local candidates; the listing identifies Des Moines, IA. Compensation is listed as DOE, with no numeric amount specified. The role supports a State of Iowa project focused on Staff MIUI screens and public-sector applications. The technical lead sets front-end architecture and standards, develops and reviews code, and guides accessibility implementation. By coordinating with Java backend teams and maintaining design-system and CI/CD practices, the role helps deliver accessible, secure, and consistent user interfaces.

What you'll do

• Lead front-end architecture and coding standards for Angular, SASS, and HTML
• implement the U.S. Web Design System and State Design System
• own accessibility strategy and validate compliance using automated tools, screen readers, and manual navigation
• lead code and design reviews
• mentor developers
• improve CI/CD pipelines
• define the technical roadmap
• collaborate with Java backend teams
• document technical decisions and processes.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

front-end technical lead

angular

sass

html

accessibility

wcag 2.2 aa

section 508

uswds

ci/cd

screen readers

remote

local candidates requested

coolsoft

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires formal accessibility certification (CPACC, WAS, or equivalent) and hands-on accessibility testing; Java development is not required.

About the employer

COOLSOFT is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.