Senior Web Designer

About the Company

CesiumAstro is a pioneer in developing innovative communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. The company operates in a dynamic, cross-functional environment where talented engineers and designers collaborate to push the boundaries of space technology. CesiumAstro values hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work within a forward-thinking team culture.

About the Role

As a Senior Web Designer at CesiumAstro, you'll own the design, development, and maintenance of the company's corporate website and campaign landing pages using Webflow. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-visibility projects while serving as the go-to resource for technical expertise and mentoring junior web team members. You'll translate Figma designs into production-ready Webflow pages, establish site architecture, and operate with significant independence in a compliance-focused, government contractor environment. Based in Austin, TX, this role is perfect for an experienced Webflow developer who thrives on technical challenges and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end development of website pages, campaign landing pages, and components in Webflow, from Figma design translation through launch
• Design and build responsive, cross-browser-compatible, on-brand Webflow pages for complex or high-visibility projects
• Build and maintain content using Webflow CMS, Collections, and Components, establishing scalable structures for reuse across the site
• Write and maintain custom code (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to extend Webflow functionality and optimize page performance
• Conduct competitive and best-practice research to inform new page layouts, interactions, and design patterns
• Optimize page load speed, SEO structure, and accessibility as part of the design and build process
• Serve as the escalation point for complex technical issues, troubleshooting, and site performance concerns
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior web team members on Webflow best practices and technical execution
• Partner with marketing, design, and content teams to scope and deliver page updates and campaign requirements
• Monitor site performance, conduct technical QA, and partner with IT on optimization and issue resolution

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Web Development, or a related field
• 5–8 years of professional experience in web design and/or Webflow development
• Advanced proficiency in Webflow (Designer, CMS, and Editor), Figma, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Strong understanding of responsive design, mobile-first development, cross-browser compatibility, SEO, WCAG accessibility standards, and website performance optimization
• Experience developing and maintaining consistent brand standards and design systems across websites
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams while managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• U.S. citizenship requirement: Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, or refugee (as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State to comply with U.S. Government Space Technology Export Regulations

Nice to Have

• Experience in a confidential, compliance-focused, or government contractor environment

Benefits & Perks

• Company stock options
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA and FSA plans
• Life insurance
• Retirement plans

CesiumAstro is a developer and pioneer of communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. The company operates in a dynamic, cross-functional environment focused on space and aerospace technology.