UX Designer with 508 Compliance

accenturefederalservices; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a dedicated UX/UI Designer to help deliver accessible, user-centered experiences for government technology programs in Virginia. You will translate requirements into intuitive interfaces, create wireframes, prototypes, and design systems, and collaborate with product, development, and policy stakeholders.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of UX design experience, strong UI skills, and a solid grasp of 508 accessibility and WCAG guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in design or related field.
• 2+ years of professional UX design experience.
• Strong UI design skills and visual layout knowledge.
• Solid understanding of 508 accessibility and web standards.
• Experience with Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD or InVision.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong communication and ability to obtain secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and enhance user interfaces delivering intuitive experiences.
• Develop wireframes, storyboards, prototypes, and user flows based on requirements and accessibility needs.
• Ensure 508 compliance and accessibility best practices across deliverables.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders through the full design lifecycle.
• Conduct usability testing and incorporate findings into iterations.
• Maintain design documentation, style guides, and UX specifications.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Skills

UX design

UI design

Accessibility (508)

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands‑on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

The work:

Design and enhance user interfaces that deliver seamless, intuitive, and consistent user experiences. Develop wireframes, storyboards, prototypes, and user flows based on business requirements, user insights, and accessibility needs. Ensure all digital deliverables meet 508 compliance and align with accessibility best practices. Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders throughout the full design lifecycle, ensuring alignment and feasibility. Conduct usability testing, analyzing findings, and incorporate user feedback into iterative design improvements. Evaluate accessibility using automated and manual testing tools, identifying barriers and recommending solutions. Support the creation and maintenance of design documentation, including style guides, component libraries, and UX specifications. Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to a collaborative, user‑centered development environment.

Here's what you need:

• Bachelors degree.
• 2+ years of professional experience along with a strong background in User Experience (UX) design, including user flows, interaction patterns, and usability principles.
• Skilled in User Interface (UI) design, with an understanding of layout, visual hierarchy, typography, and responsive design.
• Demonstrated knowledge of 508 compliance and accessibility best practices, with the ability to apply them during design and review.
• Experience working with design and prototyping tools, such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or InVision.
• Ability to work effectively within cross‑functional teams, collaborating closely with developers, analysts, and product owners.
• Solid understanding of user‑centered design methodologies, responsive design patterns, and modern UX processes.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate design decisions clearly.
• Ability to obtain secret clearance.

Bonus / Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with accessibility testing tools such as Axe, WAVE, JAWS, or NVDA.
• Knowledge of WCAG accessibility guidelines and remediation techniques.
• Advanced proficiency in design tools (Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD).
• Experience leading or supporting usability testing sessions and synthesizing research insights.
• Professional certification in UX/UI design or related discipline.
• Prior experience designing for government, public sector, or regulated environments.

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on‑going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:
$64,000 - $124,200 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and th