UI/UX Design Specialist
HybridAshburn, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Deliver UI/UX design solutions in iterative sprint cycles as an Agile Scrum team member. Conceptualize user-centered interfaces for custom software applications across legacy and modernized systems while leading the development of a consistent look-and-feel and standardized user experience. Create wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs to communicate concepts, establish design systems, and partner with stakeholders to translate business requirements into effective design solutions. Ensure product quality, usability, and timely delivery of design artifacts while providing mentorship to junior designers and enforcing UX best practices and accessibility standards. This full-time hybrid position in Ashburn, VA requires 2-3 days onsite and is contingent upon contract award.
Required Qualifications
- US Citizenship with ability to obtain a Public Trust
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as Interactive Design, Architecture, Industrial Design, Graphic Design or Human Factors
- At least seven (7) years of professional experience in UI/UX design, visual design, interaction design, or related roles
- Demonstrated experience designing responsive web applications that are intuitive and user-friendly across devices
- Experience building web applications (forms, workflows, etc.)
- Proficiency with enterprise design tools such as Figma (preferred), Axure, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar
- Experience collaborating with product owners, developers, stakeholders, and end users
- Strong understanding of design trade-offs, technical constraints, and maintainability considerations
- Knowledge of modern front-end frameworks (e.g., Angular) and their impact on design implementation
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team-oriented environment
- This full-time position will be hybrid to Ashburn, VA 2-3 days/week
- This position is associated with a proposal submission and is contingent upon contract award
- Candidates selected through this process may be considered for employment should the contract be awarded to our organization
Desired Qualifications
- Design Thinking certification (e.g., IDEO, Stanford, MIT, Cornell, or similar programs)
- Experience designing for accessibility standards, including Section 508 compliance
- Background in information architecture and user flow optimization
- Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Angular
- Advanced understanding of Agile and Lean methodologies
- Experience developing enterprise-level design systems and UX standards
- Ability to educate and mentor teams on user-centered design principles and best practices
- Experience applying advanced UX principles to drive innovation and improve user experience outcomes
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