Web Design UI/UX Principal Job Listing at SAIC in Reston, VA (Job ID 2500892)

Description

Description

SAIC, a leading provider of systems development & deployment, targeting & intelligence analysis, systems engineering & integration, and training capabilities and solutions for the Intelligence Community, is seeking creative and dedicated professionals to fulfill their career goals and objectives while delivering mission excellence on programs of national importance.

 

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Web Design UI/UX Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of both UI (User Interface) and UX (User Experience) design principles and have a track record of creating intuitive, visually appealing, and user-friendly digital products. This position is in Reston, VA.

 

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and stakeholders, to define and implement innovative solutions for product direction, visuals, and user experience.
• Execute all visual design stages from concept to final hand-off to engineering, ensuring a seamless transition.
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas.
• Conduct user research, analyze user feedback, and interpret data to understand user needs, validate design concepts, and iterate on designs.
• Create user personas, user journeys, and storyboards to guide design processes and communicate ideas to the team.
• Maintain a consistent brand identity across all digital platforms by adhering to design guidelines and standards.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UI/UX trends, techniques, and technologies, and incorporate them into design projects.
• Participate in design reviews, provide constructive feedback to peers, and iterate on designs based on feedback.
• Balance user requirements, business goals, and technical constraints to produce optimal design solutions.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience.

 

Desired Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Web Design, Graphic Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field (or equivalent work experience) is preferred

 

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 - 4 years of professional experience in UI/UX design with a strong portfolio showcasing your work.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, InVision, and Axure.
• Solid understanding of responsive design principles and best practices.
• Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and interpreting analytics data.
• Strong visual design skills and an eye for detail, color, typography, and layout.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and decisions to various stakeholders.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

 

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in designing for a variety of platforms including web, mobile, and tablet.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
• Certification in UI/UX design or related disciplines.

 

Clearance:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active TS/SCI with the required poly.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

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