Join NiyamIT in Ashburn, VA for a hybrid UI/UX design role supporting a federal client and modernized plus legacy systems.

Work as an Agile Scrum team member delivering UI/UX design solutions in iterative sprint cycles
Conceptualize and design user-centered interfaces for custom software applications spanning legacy and modernized environments
Drive a consistent look-and-feel and standardized user experience across multiple applications
Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and product teams to convert business requirements into effective design solutions
Create wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs to communicate concepts and user flows
Establish and maintain design systems, style guides, and standardized UI components
Partner with functional and technical teams to assess feasibility and refine design approaches
Support product quality, usability, and on-time delivery of design artifacts
Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to junior designers and team members
Develop and present design strategies aligned with business goals and user needs
Use user research, feedback, and data-driven insights to inform design decisions
Promote and enforce UX best practices, accessibility standards, and consistency across applications

US Citizenship with ability to obtain a Public Trust
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (examples: Interactive Design, Architecture, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Human Factors)
Minimum 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 including forms and workflows
Proficiency with enterprise design tools such as Figma (preferred), Axure, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar tools
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 how they affect design implementation
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team-oriented environment

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

Posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected
Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants

UI/UX Design Specialist

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