Senior UI/UX Designer — Accessible Enterprise Interfaces

EKASYS Inc; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

EKASYS Inc. is seeking a UI/UX Designer in Herndon, VA to own end-to-end user experience for a modernization application across public sector users. You will translate user needs and investigative workflows into intuitive, accessible designs and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of UI/UX experience, with proficiency in Adobe XD and a focus on Section 508/WCAG compliant interfaces. Travel to customer sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in HCI, graphic design, information systems, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of UI/UX design experience.
• Proficiency with Adobe XD or comparable wireframing tools.
• Experience designing accessible interfaces per Section 508/WCAG.
• Strong user-centered design, usability testing, and translating research into design improvements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Background Investigation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and workflow analysis to create user personas and journeys.
• Create wireframes, mockups, high-fidelity prototypes, and UI elements.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, stakeholders, and product teams to translate requirements into designs.
• Conduct usability testing and incorporate findings into design improvements.
• Ensure designs comply with Section 508 and WCAG accessibility standards.
• Develop and maintain consistent UI using established style guides and design systems.
• Support Agile/Scrum by providing designs for user stories and sprint work.
• Track usability metrics and address identified issues.
• Participate in user research and field activities, including travel to customer locations.

Skills

UI/UX design

User research

Wireframing

Prototyping

Usability testing

Accessibility

Responsive design

Communication

Public Trust eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Adobe XD

Job description

EKASYS Inc. is seeking a UI/UX Designer in Herndon, VA to own end-to-end user experience for a modernization application across public sector users. You will translate user needs and investigative workflows into intuitive, accessible designs and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of UI/UX experience, with proficiency in Adobe XD and a focus on Section 508/WCAG compliant interfaces. Travel to customer sites may be required.