UI/UX Designer

About Us

GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community.

Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development.

The Role

Job Title: UI/UX Designer

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to understand user needs, business goals, and technical constraints to create intuitive and effective user experiences.
• Design user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups that translate complex requirements into simple and elegant design solutions.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to continuously improve the user experience and design process.
• Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and UI components to ensure consistency across all digital platforms.
• Work closely with developers to ensure seamless implementation of designs, providing detailed specifications, assets, and guidance.
• Stay up to date with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies to continuously innovate and improve our design practices.
• Advocate for the end user by creating accessible, inclusive, and user-centered designs that deliver an exceptional user experience.
• Present design concepts and solutions to stakeholders, incorporating feedback to refine and improve designs.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in UX/UI design, with a strong portfolio showcasing a range of digital products and user experiences.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar tools for creating wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles, best practices, and methodologies, including usability, accessibility, and responsive design.
• Experience with user research methods, such as user interviews, surveys, usability testing, and A/B testing.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus, with the ability to work closely with developers to ensure design integrity during implementation.
• Experience with design systems and creating reusable UI components.
• Experience designing for web, with a strong understanding of responsive and adaptive design principles.
• Familiarity with Agile development processes and the ability to work in a cross-functional Agile team.
• Understanding of front-end development and familiarity with tools like Zeplin, InVision, or Figma for design handoff.
• Experience in creating accessible designs in compliance with 508 and WCAG standards and best practices.
• Experience conducting workshops and brainstorming sessions to gather insights and drive design thinking.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present and justify design decisions to stakeholders and team members.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Work Style:

• Full-Time
• Remote

Benefits & Perks

• Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home.
• 401K with company match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages.
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career.
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications.
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from.
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays.
• Challenging work that makes a real impact on the world around you.