UX/UI Designer
ECS is seeking a UX/UI Designer to work in our Washington, DC office.
ECS is seeking a talented, driven UI/UX Designer to join our team helping our national security customers achieve deeper stakeholder engagement through the iterative, research-driven, user-centered design of their core applications and websites.
In this role, you will lead efforts to design mission critical applications and websites that provide seamless user experiences driven by modern, innovative interfaces.
The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience leveraging user-centered design principles and practices, including leading user research methodologies and interface design standards, to guide the delivery of dynamic applications and websites that exceed the expectations of both clients and end users.
You will work closely with the ECS team and our federal customer to ensure the efficient delivery of applications and websites that drive mission success.
Job
Responsibilities:
Manage the planning, design, and implementation of multiple sites and applications across multiple clients simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Lead all phases of user research and analysis needed to inform the creation of highly usable web pages, application interfaces, and other dynamic solutions.
Collaborate with federal practice engineers and federal clients to define, design, and implement innovative, beautiful, intuitive solutions for use by our federal customer and their stakeholders.
Create wireframes, storyboards, and site maps to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas for websites and applications.
Create scalable design resources to aid in project collaboration and the expansion of ECS creative services.
Required Skills:
Must be a US CitizenMust be able to obtain a Public TrustBachelor's Degree or equivalent experience5years combined professional design experience (UCD, UI/UX design, CX, Design Research)Strong online portfolio that showcases the candidate's ability to make research-driven decisions in the design of responsive web and mobile applicationsResults-oriented problem solver with high standards for quality, accuracy, attention to detail, and overall excellenceExpertise in user research methodologies, user centered design principles and frameworks, and user interface design standardsAdvanced understanding of user personas, user flows, affinity mapping, and other research tools Strong understanding of the life cycle process of website development (discovery, planning, design, requirements, coding, testing, and user testing and evaluation)Experience evaluating existing systems and processes to identify UX issues and develop UX recommendationsExperience designing web and mobile applications that are compliant with 508 and US Web Design System (USWDS) standardsExperience prioritizing features while accounting for user goals and business requirementsExperience carrying designs from start to finish, from wireframes to delivery of final high fidelity UI mockupsExperience establishing and maintaining rapid customer feedback loops to inform design at critical stagesSelf-starter, motivated, confident and has ability to work independently as well as in a team environmentSuccess on projects designed from scratch as well as redesigns for established platforms or productsExperience mentoring/leading junior designersAdvanced coding knowledge (HTML, CSS, and JS)Advanced proficiency in Adobe xD, InDesign, Illustrator, and PhotoshopDesired Skills:
Excellent interpersonal and client focused skills-interacts well with all levels of staff and partners with a positive and enthusiastic attitudeExperience using Agile methodology to manage projectsExperience creating and modifying data visualizationsProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
ECS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.
ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government.
We are focused on people, values and purpose.
Every day, our 3000employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
ECS is seeking a talented, driven UI/UX Designer to join our team helping our national security customers achieve deeper stakeholder engagement through the iterative, research-driven, user-centered design of their core applications and websites.
In this role, you will lead efforts to design mission critical applications and websites that provide seamless user experiences driven by modern, innovative interfaces.
The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience leveraging user-centered design principles and practices, including leading user research methodologies and interface design standards, to guide the delivery of dynamic applications and websites that exceed the expectations of both clients and end users.
You will work closely with the ECS team and our federal customer to ensure the efficient delivery of applications and websites that drive mission success.
Job
Responsibilities:
Manage the planning, design, and implementation of multiple sites and applications across multiple clients simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Lead all phases of user research and analysis needed to inform the creation of highly usable web pages, application interfaces, and other dynamic solutions.
Collaborate with federal practice engineers and federal clients to define, design, and implement innovative, beautiful, intuitive solutions for use by our federal customer and their stakeholders.
Create wireframes, storyboards, and site maps to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas for websites and applications.
Create scalable design resources to aid in project collaboration and the expansion of ECS creative services.
Required Skills:
Must be a US CitizenMust be able to obtain a Public TrustBachelor's Degree or equivalent experience5years combined professional design experience (UCD, UI/UX design, CX, Design Research)Strong online portfolio that showcases the candidate's ability to make research-driven decisions in the design of responsive web and mobile applicationsResults-oriented problem solver with high standards for quality, accuracy, attention to detail, and overall excellenceExpertise in user research methodologies, user centered design principles and frameworks, and user interface design standardsAdvanced understanding of user personas, user flows, affinity mapping, and other research tools Strong understanding of the life cycle process of website development (discovery, planning, design, requirements, coding, testing, and user testing and evaluation)Experience evaluating existing systems and processes to identify UX issues and develop UX recommendationsExperience designing web and mobile applications that are compliant with 508 and US Web Design System (USWDS) standardsExperience prioritizing features while accounting for user goals and business requirementsExperience carrying designs from start to finish, from wireframes to delivery of final high fidelity UI mockupsExperience establishing and maintaining rapid customer feedback loops to inform design at critical stagesSelf-starter, motivated, confident and has ability to work independently as well as in a team environmentSuccess on projects designed from scratch as well as redesigns for established platforms or productsExperience mentoring/leading junior designersAdvanced coding knowledge (HTML, CSS, and JS)Advanced proficiency in Adobe xD, InDesign, Illustrator, and PhotoshopDesired Skills:
Excellent interpersonal and client focused skills-interacts well with all levels of staff and partners with a positive and enthusiastic attitudeExperience using Agile methodology to manage projectsExperience creating and modifying data visualizationsProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
ECS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.
ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government.
We are focused on people, values and purpose.
Every day, our 3000employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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