UX/UI Designer

Job Description

HyerTek is a Washington-based technology company delivering innovative and customized solutions to federal government agencies and commercial enterprises. We specialize in leveraging cutting-edge technologies to drive digital transformation and operational efficiency.

Founded on the principles of excellence, integrity, and client success, HyerTek has established itself as a trusted partner for organizations seeking to modernize their systems and enhance their technological capabilities. Our team of dedicated professionals combines deep technical knowledge with a thorough understanding of our clients' unique challenges and objectives.

At HyerTek, we believe that the right technology solutions should not just meet today's needs but anticipate tomorrow's challenges. Our collaborative approach ensures that we work closely with our clients to develop and implement solutions that drive meaningful results and provide lasting value.

The Role We are seeking a talented UX/UI Developer who can create exceptional user experiences for our federal and commercial clients. This role combines creative design thinking with technical implementation skills to develop intuitive, accessible, and visually appealing digital interfaces. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate user needs and business requirements into engaging and functional user experiences.

Key Responsibilities User Experience Design

Create user-centered designs by understanding business requirements, user feedback, and research findings

Develop wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile applications

Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions

Establish and promote design guidelines, best practices, and standards within the organization

Create comprehensive and reusable design systems including style guides and component libraries

Analyze user feedback and activity metrics to identify areas for improvement

Collaborate with stakeholders to identify UX problems and devise elegant solutions

UI Development

Implement responsive designs and translate UI/UX designs into functional code with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

Build reusable front-end components and libraries for future use

Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability

Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs while maintaining visual consistency

Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate UI components with server-side logic

Work with modern JavaScript frameworks and libraries (React, Angular, Vue.js, etc.)

Implement accessibility standards (Section 508, WCAG) in all developed interfaces

Design Collaboration

Work closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements

Contribute to team and client meetings to provide UX/UI expertise and share design decisions

Present and defend design decisions with clear rationale and user-centered thinking

Incorporate feedback from stakeholders while maintaining design integrity

Stay current with industry trends, tools, and emerging technologies in UX/UI design

Contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and methodologies

Mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback on design work

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Web Design, Digital Media, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field

3-5 years of experience in UX/UI design and front-end development

Strong portfolio demonstrating UX/UI design skills and front-end development capabilities

Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch

Advanced skills in HTML5, CSS3 (including preprocessors like SASS/LESS), and JavaScript

Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js)

Knowledge of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility

Understanding of accessibility standards and Section 508 compliance

Experience with user research methods and usability testing

Familiarity with design systems and component libraries

Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

Excellent communication skills and ability to explain design decisions

Experience working in Agile development environments

Understanding of federal government requirements and processes preferred

U.S. Citizenship required

Must be located in the Washington DC Metro Area

Work Location: Hybrid (Rockville, MD up to 3 days per week)

Equal Opportunity Employer HyerTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law.

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Full-time

Hybrid remote