UX Designer

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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.