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UI UX Designer (FED)
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What they do
A User Interface or User Experience (UI / UX) Designer assists with technology design to make products easier for people to use. Determines user preferences and assesses the process that users follow to access product functions; develops and tests new design models, and incorporates findings in to improved product design. Researches the behavior of internet users and consumers, compiles information about the target audience for a site, and develops website layout, design and technology features that improve accessibility and value for users.
$107,269 / year median in California
-8% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Create user flows, wireframes, clickable prototypes, and refined interface designs that align with established visual standards and product goals.
- Develop and deploy front-end features converting design concepts into reliable, accessible, and maintainable components.
- Define interaction patterns for AI-supported experiences, including approval steps, confidence indicators, traceability cues, and clear responses to uncertain system output.
- Structure navigation, content hierarchy, and task paths for information-heavy applications such as live dashboards, analytical workspaces, and geospatial displays.
- Gather user feedback through interviews, usability studies, experimentation, and usage data analysis, then refine designs based on findings.
- Evolve and document a shared design system across design files and codebases, including reusable components, standards, and usage guidance.
- Collaborate with product, engineering, and technical stakeholders to deliver cohesive solutions across multiple platforms and regulated environments.
- Incorporate accessibility, privacy, and security considerations into interface design and implementation, including support for restricted deployment settings.
- Work on-site in the California office while contributing to iterative product delivery and continuous improvement.
- Use tools such as Figma, JIRA, and GitHub to manage design workflows, coordinate development, and maintain project transparency. Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience spanning both UI/UX design and front-end development, supported by a portfolio of launched digital products.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Design, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Strong hands-on ability with HTML, CSS, React, TypeScript, and component-based front-end architecture, including attention to testing and performance.
- Advanced proficiency with Figma and experience producing wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity interface designs.
- Demonstrated success building or scaling design systems in both design environments and production code.
- Clear communication skills with the ability to explain design decisions to technical teams, business stakeholders, and non-technical audiences.
- Familiarity with data visualization, mapping, or geospatial interface technologies is highly valued.
- Experience working in defense, intelligence, investment advisory, or other regulated settings is a plus, along with a strong commitment to accessibility and inclusive design.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance