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Form of workBarbaricum is a rapidly growing government contractor providing leading-edge support to federal customers, with a particular focus on Defense and National Security mission sets. We leverage more than 15 years of support to stakeholders across the federal government, with established and growing capabilities across Intelligence, Analytics, Engineering, Mission Support, and Communications disciplines. Founded in 2008, our mission is to transform the way our customers approach constantly changing and complex problem sets by bringing to bear the latest in technology and the highest caliber of talent.
Headquartered in Washington, DC's historic Dupont Circle neighborhood, Barbaricum also has a corporate presence in Tampa, FL, Bedford, IN, and Dayton, OH, with team members across the United States and around the world. As a leader in our space, we partner with firms in the private sector, academic institutions, and industry associations with a goal of continually building our expertise and capabilities for the benefit of our employees and the customers we support. Through all of this, we have built a vibrant corporate culture diverse in expertise and perspectives with a focus on collaboration and innovation. Our teams are at the frontier of the Nation's most complex and rewarding challenges. Join us.
Barbaricum is seeking an experienced Senior UI/UX Designer to help lead and define the Data Analytics product experience across the Condition Based Maintenance applications for the USMC portfolio of products. This individual will bring a strong combined experience in UX (User Experience) design, UX research, journey mapping, rapid prototyping/wireframing, creating personas, interaction/visual design, usability testing, analytical skills to deliver user-friendly, novel, and intuitive digital experiences.
This position is required to report to NSWC-Crane at least one day per week.
Responsibilities
- Lead and Define Product Experience: Spearhead the design and definition of the user interface and user experience across the Conditions Based Maintenance plus (CBM+) portfolio, with a specific focus on dashboard UX/UI.
- Conduct User Research: Plan, facilitate, and analyze user research activities, including but not limited to interviews, surveys, and field studies, to gather insights into user needs, preferences, and behaviors.
- Develop User Personas and Journey Maps: Create detailed user personas based on research findings.
- Develop journey maps to understand and document the user's experience and interactions with the dashboards.
- Prototyping and Wireframing: Create detailed wireframes and prototypes of dashboard designs to visualize and communicate design ideas to stakeholders and users for feedback.
- Design Information Architecture: Structure and organize information on the dashboards in a logical and user-friendly manner, ensuring easy navigation and quick access to information.
- Visual and Interaction Design: Develop the visual layout and aesthetics of dashboards, including typography, color schemes, and interactive elements, to enhance usability and user engagement.
- Perform Usability Testing: Plan and execute usability testing sessions, analyze user feedback, and iterate designs based on findings to improve dashboard usability and user satisfaction.
- Optimize Data Visualization: Design and implement effective data visualization techniques, selecting appropriate chart types and visual elements to make complex data understandable at a glance.
- Ensure Cross-Platform Consistency: Design dashboards that provide a seamless user experience across various devices and screen sizes, adapting design elements as necessary for consistency and functionality.
- Collaborate and Communicate with Stakeholders: Work closely with project managers, developers, and other stakeholders, providing clear design specifications and guidance. Communicate design concepts and decisions effectively to ensure alignment and the successful implementation of dashboards.
- Stay Abreast of UX Trends and Technologies: Continuously research and apply the latest trends and technologies in UX/UI design, data visualization, and dashboard development to innovate and improve product offerings.
- Advocate for UX Best Practices: Serve as an advocate for user-centered design principles within the organization, educating and influencing stakeholders on the importance of UX in product development.
Qualifications
- Active DoD Secret Clearance is required
- Bachelor's Degree is required; degrees in graphic design, fine arts, human-centered interface design, or related field preferred
- 5+ years of relevant industry experience or relevant experience
- Demonstrated experience planning, facilitating, analyzing user research, rapid prototyping, and usability testing
- Experience in Information Architecture, Journey mapping, blueprinting, and interaction design experience
- Proficiency with relevant tools such as Figma or Adobe XD for creating wireframes or clickable prototypes
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
Experience That Will Set You Up For Success
- Proven experience designing modern data visualizations, including appropriate chart/diagram selection
- A passion for simplifying complex problems and influencing stakeholders at all organizational levels
- Master's degree in Human Computer Interaction, User Experience, or related field
- Experience in Agile, Jira, Scrum and DevSecOps
- Proficient understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or visual design software
- Experience documenting product requirements and improving governance workflows
Additional Information
For more information about Barbaricum, please visit our website at www.barbaricum.com. We will contact candidates directly to schedule interviews. No phone calls please.
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