Remote UX/UI Designer - Contract to Hire, Public Trust

System One; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One is seeking a UX/UI Designer to support a federal program. The role is remote with future options for Tysons Corner, VA. A portfolio is required to be considered for the opportunity.

Responsibilities include user research, creating wireframes and high-fidelity prototypes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates must pass a Public Trust background check and have a relevant degree with 2–4 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HCI, Design, or related field with 2–4 years of related experience
• Portfolio demonstrating research and UX/UI design skills
• Experience with design software such as Sketch, InVision, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Knowledge of usable design principles and human-computer interaction
• Ability to follow an existing design system and style guides
• Familiar with HTML5/CSS3 for handoff and WCAG/Section 508 accessibility requirements
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct user research following design thinking methods
• Translate research findings into actionable tasks
• Ideate features and develop interfaces from wireframes to interactive prototypes
• Collaborate with stakeholders across UX, engineers, product owners and managers
• Organize files for handoff to developers using Zeplin
• Support development of design systems and style guides
• Ensure UI follows web standards and accessibility best practices

Skills

User research

Prototyping

Wireframing

Collaboration

Responsive design

Accessibility WCAG

HCI knowledge

HTML/CSS basics

Public Trust clearance

Education

Bachelor's in HCI/Design

Equivalent experience

Tools

Sketch

InVision

Adobe Creative Suite

Zeplin

Job description

System One is seeking a UX/UI Designer to support a federal program. The role is remote with future options for Tysons Corner, VA. A portfolio is required to be considered for the opportunity.

Responsibilities include user research, creating wireframes and high-fidelity prototypes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates must pass a Public Trust background check and have a relevant degree with 2–4 years of experience.