Job Description

Serve as the primary authority for UX/UI strategy and execution
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of user needs and the approved design approach, ensuring consistent implementation across development teams
Define and enforce design standards, style guides, and interaction patterns across all modules of the acquisitions system
Ensure cohesive user journeys across pre-award, award, and post-award acquisition lifecycle activities
Lead the full UX lifecycle, including research, ideation, wireframing, prototyping, usability testing, and iterative refinement
Translate complex acquisition workflows into intuitive, accessible, and efficient user experiences
Design workflows that reduce cognitive load and training burden for the federal acquisition workforce (AWF), improving adoption and productivity
Develop high-fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes
Ensure design solutions align with both user needs and federal regulatory requirements
Operate effectively within an Agile or Scrum framework, managing a backlog of design work and supporting sprint-based delivery
Conduct rapid prototyping and iterative testing to validate design decisions
Collaborate closely with Product Owners and Technical Leads to ensure designs are feasible and aligned with technical architecture
Support sprint reviews, demonstrations, and continuous improvement efforts
Demonstrate proficiency in industry-standard design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch)
Ensure design specifications translate effectively into CI/CD pipelines and AWS cloud deployment environments
Promote secure, performant, and maintainable front-end architectures in collaboration with engineering teams
Apply fundamental design principles, including color theory, typography, layout, and grid systems, to ensure high-quality and consistent work
Ensure compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards and federal usability guidelines
Support documentation of design decisions, style systems, and user research findings
Work effectively with engineering, product management, and government stakeholders to align design efforts with overall product vision
Facilitate design reviews and feedback sessions
Mentor designers and foster a collaborative, user-centered culture
Clearly communicate design rationale, tradeoffs, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences

Requirements

Demonstrated experience serving as a Design Lead (or equivalent role) on complex web-based or enterprise platforms
Proficiency with industry-standard design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or Sketch
Deep understanding of UX/UI principles and full project lifecycle design practices
Proven ability to work within Agile or Scrum development environments
Strong understanding of modern web technologies and front-end technical constraints
Experience designing secure, scalable interfaces deployed within cloud environments such as AWS
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills