Job Family:
Software Development & Support
Travel Required:
Up to 10%
Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do:
- Design and conduct user research in the way which is in compliance with steps and methods in the design thinking process
- Convert research findings, user needs and feedback, and business requirements into actionable tasks
- Ideate features from scratch and develop intuitive user interfaces from low-fidelity wireframes through high-fidelity interactive prototypes
- Collaborate and communicate the user experience and findings with the project stakeholders including UX Designers, Researchers, Engineers, Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Product Managers throughout the design process
- Organize and maintain files for easy handoff to developers using Zeplin
- Support development of design system and style guides with team collaboration
- Maintain user-interface and design patterns based on live style guides
- Ensure implementations follow web standards, accessibility, and usability best practices
What You Will Need:
- U.S. citizenship or Green Card status is required, along with the ability to obtain a public trust clearance.
- Minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience in full-stack application development.
- Bachelor’s degree required, or a minimum of EIGHT (8) years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Design, or related discipline or equivalent and 2-4 years of related experience (Degree or coursework in HCI is desired)
- Provide a portfolio showing use of research and UX/UI design skills
- Experience in Sketch, InVision, Adobe Design Suite, or other design software
- Knowledge of human computer interaction and usability design principles
- Strong experience and knowledge of User Research techniques and data collection methods
- Knowledge of responsive web design techniques to mitigate cross-browser and cross-device inconsistencies
- Knowledge of design systems and ability to follow an existing style guide
- Familiar with HTML5 and CSS3 capabilities for easy design handoff
- Knowledge of Section 508 and WCAG compliance
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and timelines with minimal supervision
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Public sector technology modernization experience
The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00-$133,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
