I build user interfaces and support design systems for software and web applications
UI/UX Engineer • Accessibility Specialist
I’m Nathan Keeys, a Maryland-based UI/UX Engineer, Accessibility Specialist and Educator. I focus on user interface architecture, usability, and accessibility for software/web products and services across healthcare, civic tech, advertising, cultural and startup spaces.
I currently work as an software engineer at Coforma and advise early-stage startups on building inclusive software products through my consultancy – Digital Anthro.
Beyond my work, I enjoy quality time with family, songwriting, staying active and actively developing my Japanese speaking and reading skills.
Contributions & Collaborations
- Accenture
- WiSE/Women Who Code (Tokyo)
- MedNovate Connect
- Coforma
- GoodBeast
- PenFed
- Talooka Studio
- RP3 Agency
- CarpeDM Dating
- Government/Civic Initiatives
What I Do
Design to Development
As a hybrid design and developer I've supported both teams, effectively communicating implementation logic to designers, converting design specs to functional components, and seeing usability and a11y from both perspectives.
Frontend Architecture & UI State Management
I've helped teams build frontend systems utilizing UI component libs, state management, error handling and testing to ensure performant, secure user interfaces.
Accessibility & Inclusive Focused
Usability and accessibility are legally and ethically core essentials for all digital products. I have domain knowledge of a11y compliance, universal design and inclusive design which I take in account when building or advising UI/UX solutions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaboration is always eye opening for me. I enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds and learning from them. Whether it's working with backend devs, designers, devOps or strategists, I make it a priority to listen and produce constructive input.
Domain Knowledge
Healthcare, Civic Tech, Advertising, Tech, and Cultural Institutions.
Coforma - 09/2022 - Present
Frontend Software Engineer
Built applications for VA, CMS and OPM to help improve working processes and increase efficiency..
Digital Anthro, LLC - 03/2017 - Present
Owner + UI/UX Consultant + Educator
I provide services to help early-stage startups build inclusive software products.
CarpeDM Dating - 2019 - 2021
Founding Full-stack Engineer
Designed and built a web-based member payment portal that integrated with CarpeDM's mobile app.
Accenture Federal Services - 12/2019 - 09/2022
Frontend Software Engineer
Built websites and applications for various government departments.
RP3 Agency - 08/2017 - 09/2019
Creative Technologist
Built websites and applications for various government departments.
Advisory Services for Early-Stage Startups
I provide retainer-based services to help early-stage startups build inclusive software products.
Software
Product Technical Advisory
duration: 1 - 3 months
description:A flexible UI/Frontend technical advisory retainer for product teams who need senior-level guidance on design systems, frontend architecture, and shipping polished, scalable interfaces.
pricing: Contact for details
Software
Product Usability & Accessibility Review
duration: 1 - 2 months
description:A structured usability and accessibility review evaluating user flows, interface clarity, and WCAG alignment, with clear recommendations for improvement.
pricing: Contact for details