UI/UX Designer

UI/UX Designer at GovCIO, remotely supporting the VR&E PSES contract to update the VA.gov website, focusing on accessibility, usability, and overall experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement user interface wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to visualize design concepts effectively
• Create and maintain comprehensive design system libraries within Figma and Storybook for consistent UI implementation
• Participate in system planning, development, and deployment processes while ensuring adherence to software compliance and testing standards
• Oversee frontend design processes, establish user guidelines, and conduct Veteran-centered research sessions to gather user insights
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure seamless project execution, focusing on delivering high-quality user interfaces within project timelines
• Mentor and lead the design team to promote best practices in UX/UI design and foster a culture of continuous learning and excellence
• Develop and uphold UX design standards and best practices across all user interfaces to ensure consistency and quality
• Engage in user requirement gathering, craft user stories, and manage project timelines and estimates to optimize the design process
• Create detailed UX documentation, including design specifications, user guidelines, and maintenance manuals for clarity and effective communication
• Lead user testing and UX integration efforts to verify system usability, functionality, and user satisfaction
• Maintain active communication with internal and external stakeholders to align design goals and address any user experience issues promptly
• Perform UX analyses of system requirements to optimize interface design and system performance, considering data flow and user interaction patterns
• Participate in design and sprint reviews to ensure all UI deliverables meet user needs and project specifications

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum of 3+ years of professional experience in UI/UX design
• Proven expertise in designing interactive applications using Figma, including high-fidelity prototypes and dynamic interfaces
• Strong analytical skills to investigate user behaviors and derive actionable insights
• Experience leading UX projects independently and managing design processes
• Proficiency in collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, including developers, product managers, and stakeholders
• Knowledge of Agile UX methodologies and iterative design processes
• Familiarity with cloud-based UX tools and environments such as InVision, Zeplin, and design version control tools like Github
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, and others
• Ability to effectively manage remote work setups, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills
• Must be a US citizen or authorized to work in the United States

Key Skills

• Proven expertise in designing interactive applications using Figma, including high-fidelity prototypes and dynamic interfaces
• Strong analytical skills to investigate user behaviors and derive actionable insights
• Experience leading UX projects independently and managing design processes
• Proficiency in collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, including developers, product managers, and stakeholders
• Knowledge of Agile UX methodologies and iterative design processes
• Familiarity with cloud-based UX tools and environments such as InVision, Zeplin, and design version control tools like Github
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, and others
• Ability to effectively manage remote work setups, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary within the posted range of USD $87,500 to USD $95,000 per year
• Comprehensive health benefits package
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to corporate discounts and learning & development platforms, including certification preparation
• Training, education, and certification assistance for full-time employees
• Referral bonus program to incentivize employee recommendations
• Internal mobility opportunities for career growth
• Pet insurance options
• Flexible work environment supporting remote work arrangements
• Supportive organizational culture emphasizing continuous employee development and well-being