Junior UX Designer

Category: Software Development/ Engineering

Main location: United States, Louisiana, Lafayette

Alternate Location(s): United States, Tennessee, Knoxville

Position ID:J0526-2048

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Description:

Start your career as a Junior UX Designer on a collaborative Agile team supporting the modernization of mission-critical supervisory systems for a federal agency. You'll gain hands-on experience designing intuitive, accessible, and user-centered digital experiences, working alongside experienced designers, developers, and product owners. If you're passionate about improving user experiences, eager to learn, and ready to make a real impact, this is your opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive, mission-driven environment.
This position is located in our Lafayette, Louisiana office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
. Assist in designing user interfaces and workflows for web applications, ensuring usability and accessibility (Section 508 compliance)
. Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams (developers, product owners, stakeholders) to translate requirements into wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs
. Conduct user research, gather feedback, and participate in usability testing to inform design decisions
. Support the creation and maintenance of design systems, style guides, and documentation
. Apply human-centered design (HCD) and best practices to deliver user-friendly solutions
. Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to backlog refinement
. Iterate on designs based on feedback and evolving requirements
. Stay current with UX trends, tools, and accessibility standards
. Engage in continuous learning, training, and mentorship
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
. Bachelor's degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
. 0-2 years of experience in UX/UI design (internships, academic projects, or professional roles)
. Familiarity with design tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar)
. Understanding of user-centered design principles and usability best practices
. Exposure to wireframing, prototyping, and user research methods
. Experience collaborating in Agile or cross-functional teams
. Strong written and verbal communication skills
. Eligibility for federal background investigation and compliance with security requirements (U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency with 3+ years residency)
Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required:
. Experience designing for web applications in regulated or enterprise environments
. Familiarity with HTML/CSS and front-end development concepts
Awareness of Section 508 accessibility standards and inclusive design
. Exposure to DevSecOps or Agile software development environments
. Certifications in UX, HCD, or accessibility
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $52,200.00 - $123,800.00.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well-being programs
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Skills:

• Accessibility
• UX requirements
• Wireframing
• Adobe XD
• Figma