Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Software Engineer IV - UI/UX Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead user experience strategy, interface design, and human-centered design initiatives supporting mission-critical government applications. This role combines advanced software engineering expertise with deep knowledge of user experience design to ensure software solutions are intuitive, effective, accessible, and aligned with operational mission requirements. The successful candidate will serve as the primary UI/UX authority for the program, collaborating with government stakeholders, engineers, and end users to design and implement modern user experiences. This position requires the ability to independently lead complex efforts, provide technical guidance to team members, and develop innovative solutions tailored to unique government needs.
Key Responsibilities:- Serve as the program's UI/UX Subject Matter Expert and trusted advisor to government stakeholders and project leadership.
- Lead the design and evaluation of user interfaces and user experiences for mission-critical software applications.
- Analyze user needs, mission workflows, and operational requirements to develop effective and intuitive solutions.
- Develop wireframes, prototypes, user flows, interface designs, and interaction models.
- Establish and promote UI/UX best practices, design standards, and human-centered design methodologies across the program.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers, developers, and other team members.
- Collaborate with software engineers to ensure designs are effectively implemented and aligned with technical requirements.
- Participate in requirements analysis, solution design, testing, and continuous improvement activities.
- Interface directly with government customers and stakeholders to gather feedback, communicate recommendations, and present design solutions.
- Prepare technical reports, design documentation, presentations, and other project artifacts required to support program objectives.
*This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth.
Required Qualifications:- Active TS/SCI clearance preferred. Candidates with an active Public Trust clearance or higher may be considered if eligible to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
- Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology with a minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience as permitted under contract requirements
- Experience leading UI/UX design efforts for complex software applications.
- Experience applying user-centered design methodologies, usability principles, and human factors best practices.
- Experience creating user journeys, workflows, wireframes, prototypes, mockups, and interface specifications.
- Experience collaborating with software engineering teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Ability to provide technical direction and guidance to junior engineers, designers, and development teams.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently on complex assignments requiring initiative and sound judgment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical reports, design documentation, requirements analyses, and executive-level briefings.
Highly Desired Experience:- Practical experience working in Agile environments utilizing the Scrum framework.
- Advanced Certified ScrumMaster (A-CSM) certification.
- Understanding of secure application design principles and the impact of cybersecurity requirements on user experience and accessibility.
- Scrum certifications and demonstrated experience supporting Agile product development teams.
- Familiarity with cloud-based applications and modern software architectures.
- Experience establishing design standards, design systems, and UI/UX governance processes.
