UI/ UX Designer
Mind Computing is seeking an exceptional UI/UX Designer to join a large project. As a part of our dynamic remote team, the selected candidate will apply Human-Centered Design (HCD) principles to develop and enhance user-centric applications that prioritize usability, accessibility, and high availability. Ideal candidates are highly skilled in user research, prototyping, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, with a strong proficiency in design tools and the ability to continuously improve user experiences through iterative testing and feedback.
The candidate must reside within the continental US.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with product teams to define project requirements and objectives.
- Conduct usability testing to enhance user experience and improve accessibility.
- Design fully accessible and user-friendly applications, adhering to VA Digital Service guidelines and United States Web Design Systems (USWDS) standards.
- Create wireframes, prototypes, and mockups to illustrate design concepts.
- Lead user research through interviews, surveys, and testing to understand user needs.
- Translate complex processes into intuitive, user-focused designs.
- Provide UX guidance and ensure designs align with HCD principles and accessibility standards.
- Document design activities, user research insights, and usability improvements.
- Additional tasks as needed to support project success.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, HCI, or related field.
- Proven UI/UX design experience with a strong portfolio showcasing design expertise.
- Experience with Human-Centered Design (HCD) and user research.
- Ability to synthesize research findings and implement design improvements.
- Strong documentation skills, capturing research questions, methodologies, and findings.
Additional Qualifications:
- Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma and Axure.
- Familiarity with accessibility standards (Section 508) and best practices.
- Familiarity with Design Systems, Design tokens and how to use them.
- Agile development experience and adaptability to iterative feedback.
- Knowledge of VA/DHA/HHS practices is a plus.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- 401k with Employer Match
- PTO + Federal Holidays
- Corporate Laptop
- Training Opportunities
- Remote Opportunity
Note: Selected candidates will be required to complete fingerprinting at a government facility and undergo a background check as part of the hiring process.
Mind Computing is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
At this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship.