UI/UX Designer

SOS International LLC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SOS International LLC is seeking a UI/UX Designer in Chantilly, VA. The role focuses on user interface/user experience design to support Sponsor applications, leveraging human-centered design and user research to build intuitive digital experiences.

The designer will create personas, flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity prototypes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet design requirements and stay current with industry trends.

Qualifications

• User research informs design decisions and validates UX.
• Proficient in UI/UX tools to create high-quality solutions.
• Experience with wireframes and prototypes to test concepts.
• Knowledge of design systems for consistency across assets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research to understand user needs and behaviors, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing.
• Create user personas, user flows, and wireframes to inform design decisions.
• Developing and conceptualizing a comprehensive UI/UX design strategy for Sponsor's digital assets.
• Design UI elements such as navigation menus, search boxes, and CTAs, to enhance user experience.
• Create high-fidelity prototypes and testing designs to validate user experience.
• Collaborate with development teams, stakeholders, and Sponsor's representatives to ensure design requirements are being met.
• Provide guidance on the implementation of UX research methodologies and testing activities.
• Maintain a competitive edge by staying up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Skills

User research

UI/UX design tools

Wireframing & prototyping

Human-centered design

HTML/CSS/JS basics

Design systems

Collaboration with teams

Tools

Sketch

InVision

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Axure

Job description

Chantilly, VA, USA

Full-time

Clearance Requirement: Top Secret SCI w/ Poly

Company Description

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SOSi is a private defense and government solutions business specializing in advanced technology systems and mission support. Its capabilities include data science, software development, network engineering, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), and logistics.

Job Description

Position is contingent upon contract award

SOSi is seeking a UI/UX Designer. The UI/UX Designer will provide user interface/user experience to design, research, and development plans in support of the Sponsor's applications. The Designer will leverage expertise in UI/UX design principles, human-centered design, and user research to create intuitive and user-friendly digital experiences.

Essential Job Duties

• Conduct user research to understand user needs and behaviors, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing.
• Create user personas, user flows, and wireframes to inform design decisions.
• Developing and conceptualizing a comprehensive UI/UX design strategy for Sponsor's digital assets.
• Design UI elements such as navigation menus, search boxes, and CTAs, to enhance user experience.
• Create high-fidelity prototypes and testing designs to validate user experience.
• Collaborate with development teams, stakeholders, and Sponsor's representatives to ensure design requirements are being met.
• Provide guidance on the implementation of UX research methodologies and testing activities.
• Maintain a competitive edge by staying up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/ Poly.
• Demonstrated professional experience with the following tools, systems, services, and data types:
• User research methodologies, including user interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to inform design decisions and validate user experience.
• Proficiency in UI/UX design tools, such as Sketch, InVision, and Adobe Creative Suite, to create high-quality design solutions.
• Experience with wireframing and prototyping tools, such as Figma and Axure, to develop and test design concepts.
• Strong understanding of human-centered design principles and design thinking to create intuitive and user-friendly digital experiences.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript fundamentals to effectively communicate design requirements to development teams.
• Experience with design systems and style guides to ensure consistency and coherence across Sponsor’s digital assets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mobile and web application design, including responsive design principles and mobile-specific design considerations.
• Familiarity with Sponsor’s existing design systems and brand guidelines to ensure alignment with Sponsor’s overall visual identity.
• Knowledge of emerging trends and technologies in UI/UX design, such as AR/VR and voice UI, to stay ahead of the curve and identity new opportunities.
• Experience with usability testing and user feedback analysis to inform design decisions and iterate on design solutions.

Additional Information

Working Conditions

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment.

Working at SOSi

All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.

SOSi is an equal employment opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or protected veteran status. SOSi takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance diversity and inclusion of individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.