UI/UX Designer

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

Job Title: UX/UI Designer
Location: 100% Remote or Tysons Corner, VA
Role Type: 6 months + Contract to Hire
W2 Employment only
Must be able to pass Federal background check for Public Trust clearance (SBA)
IMPORTANT NOTE: Online portfolio is required to be considered for this opportunity
What You Will Do:
We are actively searching for a UX/UI Designer to support our on-going Federal program. Work location is currently remote. Future location can be in our Tysons, VA office or remote- anywhere in the United States.

• Design and conduct user research in the way which is in compliance with steps and methods in the design thinking process
• Convert research findings, user needs and feedback, and business requirements into actionable tasks
• Ideate features from scratch and develop intuitive user interfaces from low-fidelity wireframes through high-fidelity interactive prototypes
• Collaborate and communicate the user experience and findings with the project stakeholders including UX Designers, Researchers, Engineers, Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Product Managers throughout the design process
• Organize and maintain files for easy handoff to developers using Zeplin
• Support development of design system and style guides with team collaboration
• Maintain user-interface and design patterns based on live style guides
• Ensure implementations follow web standards, accessibility, and usability best practices

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Design, or related discipline or equivalent and 2-4 years of related experience (Degree or coursework in HCI is desired)
• Provide a portfolio showing use of research and UX/UI design skills
• Experience in Sketch, InVision, Adobe Design Suite, or other design software
• Knowledge of human computer interaction and usability design principles
• Strong experience and knowledge of User Research techniques and data collection methods
• Knowledge of responsive web design techniques to mitigate cross-browser and cross-device inconsistencies
• Knowledge of design systems and ability to follow an existing style guide
• Familiar with HTML5 and CSS3 capabilities for easy design handoff
• Knowledge of Section 508 and WCAG compliance
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and timelines with minimal supervision
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Public sector technology modernization experience

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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