Product Designer (UI/UX)

Obviant seeks its first dedicated Product Designer (UI/UX) to define design strategy and lead end-to-end experiences for a defense-focused data platform, with on-site responsibilities in Arlington, Virginia.

Location

Arlington, VA (onsite)

Compensation

USD 160,000 – 225,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Establish the initial UX and UI direction for the organization, articulating design goals and standards.
• Lead the full product design lifecycle, including discovery, user research, rapid prototyping, wireframes, visual design, and hand-off to developers.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to translate user needs and business objectives into intuitive experiences.
• Generate and iterate multiple design concepts rapidly to solve complex problems and guide product direction.
• Produce high-fidelity UI assets ready for production for web and mobile platforms.
• Develop and maintain a scalable design system and pattern library to ensure consistency across products.
• Design user journeys, interaction models, information architecture, and usability testing processes, owning their execution.
• Advocate for a user-centered, data-informed design approach, using research and feedback to refine the product experience.
• Provide design leadership and proactively identify opportunities to improve usability and aesthetics.
• Stay current with design trends, tools, and practices, pushing boundaries to deliver meaningful user experiences.
• Present design decisions clearly and foster confidence and enthusiasm for design across the organization.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in UI/UX, interaction, or product design, with startup or high-growth environments preferred.
• A strong, diverse portfolio demonstrating process and impact on shipped digital products.
• Proven track record taking products from concept to launch, including ideation, prototyping, design, and iteration in fast-paced contexts.
• Proficiency with modern design and prototyping tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Ability to generate and articulate multiple compelling design solutions for complex problems.
• Strong visual and written communication skills, capable of presenting to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Comfort with autonomous work, priority management, and identifying high-impact design opportunities.
• Experience designing for enterprise, B2B SaaS, or defense/government sectors is a plus.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards, responsive design, and usability best practices.
• Passion for defense-oriented technology and a commitment to understanding user needs and challenges.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.

Technologies

• Figma
• Adobe Creative Cloud

Benefits

• Onsite team in Arlington, VA with most days in the office.
• Flexible schedule with options to work from home when needed.
• Competitive compensation plus a sizeable equity stake.
• Flexible vacation policy to fit personal and professional needs.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Additional benefits offered.

Working Style

• Mission-driven work focused on defense and government impact.
• Perseverance in solving hard problems, with a willingness to invest time to reach optimal solutions.
• Empowerment over micromanagement, with autonomy and trust in professional judgment.
• Collaborative and transparent communication, welcoming diverse viewpoints.
• High performance combined with humility; let results speak for themselves.
• Adaptability to change and uncertainty, embracing an iterative, flexible approach.
• Work that aligns with passion while honoring personal balance and flexibility.
• Bias toward action and speed, with proactive ownership of tasks and goals.
• Integrity as a non negotiable value across all interactions and decisions.