UX/UI Designer

Overview As a UX/UI designer, you willbe responsible forguiding government clients through our Design IntelligenceTMframework, incorporating human-centered methods to solve complex user experience challenges. You will plan and execute UX initiatives from discovery through interface design; research, prototyping, iteration, visual design, user, usability, and accessibility testing. You will serve as the voice of the customer and make sure their needs are considered and met within a proposed solution. Be an agent of change on a team committed to achieving client-focused, mission-driven excellence. Steampunk is the explosive collision of human-centered design and traditional government contracting. We'repassionate about creating solutions that are impactful, practical, and scalable while meeting our clients' ever-changing needs. We believe in empowering our people to find creative solutions to intractable problems. We believe the best environment in which to grow and thrive is outside our comfort zone. We believe that whilegood designmakes fora good product, human-centered design makes for an excellent one. Contributions Responsibilities:Participatein all aspects of the discovery process tounderstand:client missionandgoals; stakeholders, usersand their ecosystems; current state journeys; user segments; program and project objectives Conduct workshops and interviews to help frame pain points and opportunities, define insights, validatehypothesis, and create a compelling experience vision Understand the relevance of and how artifacts like journey maps, service blueprints, personas, ecosystemand experience maps fit into crafting the user experience Conduct user researchand testingand effectively translate user needs intoan implementable digital experience Collaborate and communicate stakeholder and user needs on a cross functional team within an agile environment Understand and embrace the specifications and constraints of a given technology, platform and/or operational environment Designintuitive, elegant, and accessibleinterfacessupported througha test and learn process Ensure all deliverables across a variety of projects are produced at the highest quality Qualifications Ability to obtain a U.S. government Security Clearance 4+ years of professional UXandUIexperiencedesigningviablesolutions for multi-platform digital products Current portfolio demonstratingideology, methods, tools, skills, and craft Demonstrated experience conducting primary and secondary user-research including user-interviews, discovery and co-creation workshops, heuristic evaluation, and card sorting (for example), and applying those insights to personas, journey maps, site maps, ecosystem maps, information architecture, and interface design Demonstrated experienceinUIdesign includingwireframing, low and high-fidelity prototyping, moderated and unmoderated user testing, and accessibility testing Knowledge and experience with 508 compliance requirements Experience working on a scrum team within the Agile delivery frameworkand experience integrating research and design into technical sprints including writing user stories and story pointing Proficiencyintools like Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, Zeplinand other prototypingtools Desire to keep pace with ever-changing industry tools and best practices with the ability to make recommendations as needed for the best outcome Experience collaborating withina multi-disciplinary delivery team includingservice designers, technologists, data scientists, engineers, solution architects, and change managersA natural curiosity for solving problems coupled with strong analytical skillsA collaborative nature with excellent written communication and presentation skills Experience working in a project-based environment Degree or equivalent experience in HCD, HCI, and/or UX design Bonus Points Previouswork experience in or with the federal government Previouswork experience as a consultant Experience working on a cross-functional Salesforce implementation team About steampunk Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $75,000 to $140,000. The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk's total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here. Identity Statement As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Healthand DoD sectors. Through our Design IntelligenceTM process, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federalclients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program. Refer a Friend (https://careers-steampunk.icims.com/jobs/8154/ux-ui-designer/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in_iframe=1&hashed=-336029103)Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Software Powered by ICIMS (https://careers-steampunk.icims.com/connect?back=intro&findajob=1&in_iframe=1&hashed=-435593565)Job Location US-VA-McLean Posted Date 3 weeks ago (8/28/2026 6:16 AM)Job ID 8154 Clearance Requirement Public Trust