ICR, Inc. is seeking a seasoned UI/UX Lead to shape user-centered design strategies for complex government software. Based in Aurora, Colorado, with a hybrid work arrangement, this role guides the end-to-end design of data governance and command-and-control tools, while mentoring a growing design team and delivering intuitive, high-impact experiences for mission-critical systems.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the full design lifecycle for data governance and command-and-control applications, from discovery and research through high-fidelity prototyping and final handoffs.
- Translate intricate business requirements and operational constraints into clear user journeys, wireframes, interactive prototypes, and detailed design specifications.
- Establish and advance a scalable Design System and UI component library to ensure consistency, accessibility, and efficiency across multiple product lines.
- Plan and lead user research efforts, including interviews, usability testing, and heuristic evaluations, to validate decisions within classified environments.
- Collaborate closely with Software Engineers, Data Scientists, and Product Managers to align design work with technical feasibility and data pipeline capabilities on AWS/Azure.
- Mentor junior and mid-level designers, fostering critique, continuous improvement, and design excellence.
- Define and monitor UX metrics and KPIs to demonstrate the impact of design interventions and ROI on design investments.
- Present design concepts, research findings, and strategic roadmaps to senior leadership, stakeholders, and government partners with clarity and persuasion.
- Ensure all designs comply with strict government security standards and usability requirements for mission-critical systems.
- Bridge the gap between technical data structures and human-centric interfaces, making complex unstructured data accessible and actionable for operators.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Design, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Active Top Secret security clearance with SSBI and SCI access; US Citizenship required.
- 10+ years of UI/UX experience, with at least 4 years in a Lead or Principal role managing design strategy and teams.
- Familiarity with front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue) to support designer–developer collaboration.
- Proven track record shipping large-scale digital products, preferably in Defense, Intelligence, or Government sectors.
- Expert proficiency with design and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Axure).
- Deep knowledge of information architecture, interaction design principles, and visual design systems.
- Strong experience designing data-heavy applications, dashboards, and complex workflow tools.
- Proven ability to collaborate with engineering teams using Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to articulate design rationale to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- High level of initiative and the ability to lead design efforts with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
Technologies
- React
- Angular
- Vue
- AWS
- Azure
- Figma
- Sketch
- Adobe XD
- Axure
- D3.js
- Tableau
- Large Language Models (LLMs)
Benefits
- Company equity
- Retirement plan
- Company-paid health care benefits
- Flexible paid time off policy
- Opportunity for a raise and bonus during the year
Compensation
Salary range: USD 180,000 - 240,000 per year.
ICR offers consideration of multiple factors when extending job offers, including skill set, relevant experience, education, training, certifications, and location. ICR is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.
