UI/UX Designer, Senior
Job Description
Senior UI/UX Designer role focused on human-centered experiences for complex analytical web applications supporting an Intelligence Community agency.
Responsibilities
- Define UI/UX strategies, drive research initiatives, and establish design systems for client applications
- Use Human-Centered Design (HCD) to shape intuitive workflows for complex data and analytical platforms
- Lead qualitative and quantitative user research, including interviews, surveys, persona development, and usability testing
- Produce wireframes, interactive prototypes, user flows, and high-fidelity visual design concepts
- Partner with full-stack software developers to align visual design intent with technical implementation and usability needs
- Apply emerging practices to continuously improve interfaces, including responsive design and accessibility standards
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent technical discipline
- User research experience: Minimum 5 years using research methodologies such as interviews, testing, and surveys to guide design decisions
- Design and prototyping tools: Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with Sketch, InVision, and Adobe Creative Suite, plus prototyping tools including Figma and Axure
- Web fundamentals: Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to collaborate effectively with full-stack engineers
- Clearance: U.S. citizen with an active TS/SCI with Polygraph
Technologies
- Sketch
- InVision
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Figma
- Axure
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
Location & Work Setup
- Location: McLean, VA (on-site)
- Area: Washington Metropolitan Area (WMA) / On-site Sponsor Facility
Clearance Level
- Top Secret / SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph
Job Type
- Full-Time
Desired Qualifications
- Experience designing mobile and responsive web applications for enterprise or defense platforms
- Familiarity with customer design systems, accessibility requirements including Section 508 compliance, and branding guidelines
- Knowledge of interactive visualization practices and emerging digital trends such as AR/VR and voice UI
- Ability to analyze user feedback loop data to iterate and optimize deployed interface solutions
Benefits
- Very competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
- Comprehensive, company-paid healthcare (premiums and deductibles)
- 401(k) with company match
- Travel and performance incentives
- 3 weeks paid time off plus Federal Holidays
- $5K annual training allowance
What You Can Expect From Us
- Career growth with recognition for achievements
- Ongoing collaboration with multiple teams to support client success
- A team culture that values ideas and expertise
- Motivated coworkers focused on excellence
- Workplace dedicated to supporting and bettering public safety and government agencies