UI/UX Designer Job at ZTI Solutions, LLC, Fairfax, VA

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  • ZTI Solutions, LLC
  • Fairfax, VA

Job Description

Position: UI/UX Designer (Secret Clearance, Temp-to-Hire, 3-Month Contract)


Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required

Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Required

Experience: 11-13 years of relevant experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Position Type: 3-Month Contract (Temp-to-Hire)

Job Description:

ZTI is seeking a senior-level UI/UX Designer to develop DoD-themed web pages (e.g., Landing Page, User Upload Page, Admin Dashboard ) that seamlessly integrate with a React-based frontend . This role supports a high-visibility DoD Data Pipeline project and requires expertise in user research, interface design, and front-end collaboration .

The ideal candidate will have 11-13 years of experience in UI/UX design, user-centered methodologies, and enterprise application development within DoD or government environments . This is a temp-to-hire position with the potential for long-term placement based on performance and mission needs.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop DoD-themed, mission-critical UI/UX components that enhance user experience.
  • Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs for key Data Pipeline web pages ( Landing Page, User Upload Page, Admin Dashboard ).
  • Ensure UI/UX designs integrate seamlessly with React-based frontend applications .
  • Apply 508 compliance and WCAG accessibility standards to ensure usability for all users.
  • Conduct user research, stakeholder interviews, and usability testing to refine interface workflows.
  • Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and reusable UI components .
  • Work closely with frontend developers, security teams, and data engineers to optimize system usability.
  • Participate in Agile development processes , including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.


Required Qualifications:

  • 11-13 years of experience in UI/UX design , with a focus on DoD, government, or mission-critical systems .
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or related field .
  • Active Secret Clearance required .
  • Expert-level proficiency in Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch , or equivalent design tools.
  • Strong experience designing enterprise web applications with React-compatible UI components .
  • Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript , and UI frameworks that support React-based applications .
  • Deep understanding of DoD UI/UX branding standards, 508 compliance, and accessibility requirements .
  • Experience developing wireframes, prototypes, and user journey flows for iterative design improvements.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in Agile environments .
  • U.S. Citizenship is required due to contract requirements.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with React component libraries (e.g., Material UI, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS ).
  • Primary experience using Linux based operating systems.
  • Experience designing dashboards and data visualization tools for data-heavy applications.
  • Prior experience in DoD, intelligence, or defense-related UI/UX projects .
  • Understanding of cybersecurity best practices in DoD web applications.
  • Ability to conduct usability testing, heuristic evaluations, and user acceptance testing (UAT) .


Work Environment & Additional Information:

  • Hybrid/Remote options based on project needs.
  • Competitive compensation for the 3-month contract , with potential for full-time hire.
  • Opportunity to work on a high-impact DoD mission supporting secure data operations.
  • Collaboration with a cross-functional team of UI/UX experts, frontend developers, and DevSecOps engineers.


Benefits:

  • Four Weeks of Paid Time Off - Pending temp to hire
  • All Federal Holiday Paid Vacation
  • Four Percent Matching 401K - Pending temp to hire
  • Full health/vision/dental benefits for the employee and family paid 100% by ZTI Solutions, LLC - Pending temp to hire

About ZTI Solutions, LLC:

ZTI Solutions, LLC was founded in 1997 in Virginia and is classified as a small business. The company is owned and operated by its founder, Rudy Zadnik, who emphasizes moral and business excellence over increasing company profits. This results in a more customer-oriented attitude towards mission accomplishment, as opposed to growing profits or sales.Our approach to consulting and engineering centers around using only highly skilled personnel who are seasoned industry veterans. All employees hold high-level industry and vendor certifications. We offer a comprehensive set of consulting and staff augmentation services, primarily focused on networking and security consulting in the classified space.

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