UI/UX Designer

SimIS, Inc., an innovative information technology solution Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), is currently seeking a talented, experienced professional with demonstrated experience in the noted position.

This position is REMOTE support

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The UI/UX Designer shall perform (but not be limited to) the following tasks:

•             Support product teams by following User Center Design best practices in the software industry

•             Engage with end users through the agile product development process.

•             Establish feedback loops with customers to Build, Measure, and Learn for product development.

•             Conduct heavy research and create mockups of potential features.

•             Provide clarification on designs created so developers understand what a user expects from the story completion.

REQUIREMENTS:

•             UI/UX industry experience working on complex Web and/or mobile application designs.

•             Strong experience in the development of artifacts such as sketches, prototypes, high- fidelity mock-ups, motion design, and project documentation

•             Proficient in a variety of design and prototyping tools — Sketch, InVision, Adobe Creative Suite, Axure, or others

•             Knowledge and understanding of accessibility standards, interaction and visual design trends and best practices

•             Knowledge of Section 508 and W3C WCAG 2.0 guidelines

•             Portfolio of work including; flows, wireframes, and visual designs

•             Experience working with teams embracing Agile DevSecOps principles

•             Strong skills with User Centered Design (UCD) methods

•             Able to work with a balanced team approach sharing context and decisions

•             Able to work with the Product Manager (PM) to iterate on the backlog

•             Flexible with dynamic changes to the product

•             Excellent management, communication, and presentation skills

•             Experience collaborating with a team of programmers with varying skillsets

•             Experience working in a rapid and iterative development environment

•             Fluent in English (written and Oral)

•             UI Design, UX Design, User Experience Analyst, or Customer-Centered Design Certification

EDUCATION:

•             University degree in:

Human Computer Interaction,

Information Science,

Human Factors,

Human Centered Design and Engineering,

OR related discipline

OR 3-5 years’ experience as a UI/UX Designer

Security Classification Required: Valid NATO SECRET or NATIONAL SECRET (or higher) security clearance

As required by Executive Order 14042, Federal contractor employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (i.e. telework, remote work, etc.) subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before starting employment with SimIS.

SimIS, Inc. is an AA / EOE / M / F / Disability / VET / Drug Free Employer