Ignite IT · 1 day ago
Senior UI/UX Development Designer (US Citizen Required)
Ashburn, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expIgnite IT is seeking a Senior UI/UX Development Designer to join their team and work in an Agile environment modernizing enterprise systems for the Department of Homeland Security. The role focuses on designing and delivering user-centered interfaces while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective and visually appealing software solutions.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support the design and development of intuitive, user-centered interfaces that are responsive, efficient, and maintainable within an Agile development team
Collaborate closely with cross-functional team members—including developers, product owners, and stakeholders—to ensure UI designs meet both business requirements and user needs
Translate requirements into user interfaces that are visually appealing and functionally effective across various devices and platforms
Assist in creating and maintaining consistent user experience by adhering to established design guidelines and contributing to shared style libraries
Participate in brainstorming sessions and team discussions to develop creative, user-focused design solutions that align with client objectives
Contributes to the creation of wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to communicate design concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Apply knowledge of UI/UX principles to support the standardization of interaction patterns and visual design across applications
Collaborate with the functional team to assess the feasibility of proposed features and suggest practical improvements to enhance user experience
Ensure the quality and timeliness of deliverables by following best practices in design, development, and testing
Work independently in a hybrid agile environment, using tools such as JIRA, Confluence, GitLab, and unit testing frameworks
Adaptable and to work constructively with a technically diverse and geographically separated team is crucial
Participate in design reviews and provide input to continuously improve the user experience
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to pass CBP background investigation, criteria include but is not limited to: 3 year check for felony convictions, 1 year check for illegal drug use, 1 year check for misconduct such as theft or fraud
Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Interactive Design, Architecture, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, or Human Factors
7 or more years of professional experience in UI/UX development
Experience collaborating on the design of websites or web applications that are user-friendly and responsive
Hands-on experience with enterprise UI tools such as Figma (preferred) or similar (e.g., Sketch, Adobe XD)
Understanding of trade-offs between visual design, technical implementation, and long-term maintenance
Hands-on experience developing and maintaining web applications using React, Angular, JavaScript, and core browser technologies including HTML, CSS, and HTTP
Working knowledge of common UX/UI design tools such as Figma, Axure, Sketch, InVision, or Adobe XD
Familiarity with Java and frameworks such as Spring and Spring Boot for backend development
Exposure to technologies in our stack, including Java 17, React UI state management, Hibernate (ORM), PostgreSQL, and Amazon AWS
Working knowledge of CI/CD tools such as Harness, Jenkins, GitLab, or Bamboo to support automated build and deployment processes
Proficient in using data and user feedback to inform and improve code quality through both qualitative and quantitative testing
Familiarity with responsive and mobile-first design and development practices
Experience developing both external-facing applications and internal tools
A user-centered mindset with an understanding of how to balance user needs and business goals
Able to work a hybrid schedule with 2-3 days per week on-site requirement in Ashburn, VA
Preferred
Certification or training in Design Thinking methodologies (e.g., IDEO, Stanford d.school, Cornell, MIT)
Understanding of web accessibility standards (e.g., Section 508) and experience designing for inclusive access
Familiarity with information architecture concepts to support organized and intuitive navigation structures
Working understanding of Lean methodologies and Agile development principles
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Self-motivated and dependable team player with a strong work ethic and the ability to manage time and tasks with minimal supervision
Benefits
401(k) with matching and 100% Vested
Health Insurance - 3 plans to select from
Dental insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
AD&D
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Training
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Referral program
Paid Legal Plan
And more...
Company
Ignite IT
Ignite IT delivers customer-focused teams that bring a CX (Customer Experience) renaissance to our private and public sector clients.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Avo Reid
Chief Strategy Officer
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