Ui/Ux Designer

The UX/UI Designer helps shape and mold products at DI. The creative professional will be developing designs and experiences for a web platform. This position will favor someone with a strong Front-End/UX design skillset. You will be using a design system to create flowcharts, wireframes, prototypes, and mockups. You will be responsible for the design from start to finish.

Responsibilities:

• Create wireframes, designs and prototypes for web, with possibility of mobile or desktop, to include spaces of all shapes and sizes.
• Map out user flows and information architecture.
• Utilize user research as an input to the design process
• Launch your ideas, which means working from kickoff through development and getting sign-off along the way (e.g. final wires and flows, specs, use cases, etc).
• Prototype your ideas – whether high or low fidelity using the Adobe Suite, AdobeXd or Figma.
• Work closely with Project Managers and the Development team to craft and iterate on project needs and goals.
• Define problems and opportunities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of 2-3 years demonstrated experience: UX designer, interactive designer, front-end designer, or equivalent.
• Must be able to work with users to establish workflows
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance
• Have a diverse portfolio and the ability to work in a variety of styles and media
• Examples of highly detailed wireframes and designs.
• Ability to use and participate shaping a design system.
• An excellent understanding of typography
• Proficient using various design tools (ex: Adobe Creative Suite, AdobeXD or Figma).
• Ability to communicate and work as part of a team, as well as independently.
• Self-starter with excellent time-management skills and the ability to meet challenging deadlines.
• Possess strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Deductive reasoning, listening, flexibility, and critical thinking skills and the ability to predict problems before they occur.
• Ability to easily adapt and learn new things, whether it’s a new prototyping tool, design process, or business process.

PLUSES:

• Knowledge of CSS/SCSS or Javascript.
• Knowledge of Google Design Sprints
• Knowledge of agile software development.
• Fine arts background.
• Ability to travel frequently to Northern Virginia or relocate

If you are a talented UI/UX Designer with a passion for creating intuitive and visually appealing user experiences, we want to hear from you. Join our dynamic team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge digital products.

Please note that only candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted for an interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you a current VA resident?

Security clearance:

• Secret (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Falls Church, VA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Falls Church, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person