UX Engineer

Shield Consulting Solutions, Inc.; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 230,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 25 days

11 paid holidays

Health insurance for employees and-dep

401(k) employer match 8%

Job summary

Shield Consulting Solutions, Inc. in Annapolis, MD is seeking an experienced UX-focused UI Developer to modernize a data tracking system. The role emphasizes user-centered design, accessibility, and close collaboration with analysts to define user profiles and performance requirements.

You will create wireframes, mockups, and design guidelines, conduct usability testing, and develop prototypes while ensuring compliance with 508 standards and best practices across the software lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience with a strong background in user-centered design, UI best practices, usability testing, and the software development lifecycle (analysis, design, implementation, and deployment).
• Work with analysts to research, develop, and document user profiles and performance requirements.
• Develop UI design specifications and support documentation (wireframes, mockups, interaction behaviors, and design guidelines).

Responsibilities

• Join an experienced team modernizing a data tracking and metrics system.
• Develop highly usable end user interfaces following UI best practices and UX principles.
• Collaborate with product designers to inform application design and ensure user-centered solutions align with workflows.
• Conduct accessibility and 508 compliance testing to meet regulatory standards.
• Create interactive prototypes to validate design concepts and communicate interactions to stakeholders.

Skills

UI/UX experience

508 Compliance

Five years UX/design

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Linux

CSS

JavaScript

HTML

Job description

Active TS/SCI w/Polygraph REQUIRED

Please do not apply if you do not currently possess this level of clearance.

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Telework: None

Basic Requirements

• 20 years of experience as a software engineer
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
  • 4 additional years of experience as a software engineer may be substituted for a degree

Job Description

• Join an experienced team working on efforts to modernize an existing data tracking and metrics system.
• The User Experience (UX) developer should be able to focus on developing highly usable end user interfaces, applying UI best practices, and UX principles.
• Work closely with users (analysts) to research, develop, and document user profiles and user performance requirements.
• Conduct task analysis and workflow mapping and develop and test user scenarios.
• Develop UI design specifications and support documentation (e.g., wireframes, mockups, interaction behaviors, and design guidelines), as needed to support development efforts.
• Collaborate with product designers and process engineers to inform application design and ensure user-centered solutions align with workflows and requirements.
• Conduct accessibility and 508 compliance testing to ensure user interfaces meet regulatory and usability standards.
• Collect and analyze user feedback through surveys and behavioral data to guide design improvements and UX decisions.
• Work independently while collaborating effectively with small teams and larger cross-functional groups.
• Create interactive prototypes to validate design concepts and communicate interactions to stakeholders and development teams.

Required Experience

• UI/UX experience
• 508 Compliance
• Five (5) years of experience with a strong background in user-centered design, UI best practices, usability testing, and the software development lifecycle (analysis, design, implementation, and deployment).
• Demonstrate working knowledge of Linux, CSS, JavaScript, and HTML to support UI design, troubleshoot design-related issues, and collaborate with development teams.

Desired Experience

• CSS, Javascript, HTML, Adobe Suite

Salary: $230,000 - $240,000 annually

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• Excellent benefits package including 25 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and dependents - available day 1, 8% 401(k) employer match - immediate vesting.

Disclaimer: The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. Please note that this range is subject to change and should be considered as a guideline rather than a definitive figure.

Shield Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a full time position