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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # UI/UX Human Centered Design Specialist - **Company:** General Dynamics Information Technology - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $128,039.0 - $173,229.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, A/B Testing, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, HTML5, Axure RP, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Information Systems, Data Transformation, Design of User Interfaces, Human-Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, Machine Learning, Software Prototyping, Rapid Prototyping Process, Statistical Process Control (SPC), User Interface Testing, User-Centered Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Website Wireframe, Material UI, Figma, Tools for Reporting - **Published:** September 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=cae1ac5c907172c1 ## About the Role * MA/MS degree, or Bachelor's/Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Design, or a related field, with 10+ years of general experience in information systems and 8+ years of specialized experience in UI/UX design, including 5+ years in a Human-Centered Design (HCD) role supporting enterprise or government applications. * Experience may be considered in lieu of degree as follows: HS (16+ years), AA/AS (14+ years), BA/BS (12+ years), Doctorate Degree/Ph.D. (9+ years). * Expertise in usability testing methodologies, such as heuristic evaluations, card sorting, and A/B testing, and proficiency in design and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, Axure, Storybook, or similar). * Strong understanding of Agile/SAFe delivery, iterative design integration, and DesignOps/UX governance practices. * Familiarity with HTML5, CSS3, and responsive UI behavior to collaborate effectively with front-end developers. * Experience designing for federal systems, with practical knowledge of Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA compliance. COMMUNICATION & ORGANIZATIONAL * Excellent presentation and communication (oral and written) skills. * Consultant mindset with the ability to work with high level customer stakeholders and build excellent customer relationships. * Experience identifying and applying industry tools, solutions, methods best practices, and emerging technologies. * Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills with the ability to formulate and communicate recommendations for improvement. * Demonstrated ability to work effectively, independently, and as part of a team. CERTIFICATIONS (Preferred) * Certified Usability Analyst (CUA) or Certified HCD Professional * SAFe Agile Practitioner (SPC or SSM) * Section 508 Trusted Tester Certification * UX Design or HCD Certification (NN/g, IDEO, or HFI) Work Requirements Years of Experience 10 + years of related experience * may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree ## Description Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact supporting the Case Management Modernization (CMM) Program. The CMM program is an initiative to support the Administrative Office of the US Courts (AO) in developing a modern cloud-based solution to support all 204+ federal courts across the United States. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career. The UI/UX Human Centered Design Specialist ensures dashboards, reporting tools, predictive analytics screens, and AI/ML interfaces are intuitive, accessible, and aligned with Judiciary user workflows, supporting the CMM Data Modernization and Governance team in delivering data-driven decision-support tools in alignment with strict federal compliance requirements. This role supports the Reporting, Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) deliverables by shaping user-centered visual designs for the Reporting & Analytics Capability and the Measurement Definitions and Decision-Support Package. By applying human-centered design (HCD) best practices to visualizations, navigation patterns, and decision-support experiences, this role enhances adoption and interpretability while ensuring designs meet Section 508, WCAG 2.1 AA, and federal digital service standards for accessibility, performance, and security. The UI/UX Human Centered Design Specialist will execute the following responsibilities: Reporting & Analytics * Design intuitive, accessible dashboards, self-service reporting interfaces, and predictive analytics screens for the CMM Reporting & Analytics Capability, applying Human-Centered Design (HCD) and usability best practices. * Translate UX research, personas, and journey maps into high-fidelity prototypes, wireframes, and interface design specifications for development teams. * Partner with BI Architects, data engineers, product owners, and developers to align visual designs with data models, KPIs, and reporting requirements. * Conduct usability testing, including heuristic evaluations, card sorting, and A/B testing, on dashboards and visualizations, and apply findings to refine designs each sprint. * Define and maintain visualization, navigation, and interaction design standards to ensure reports and dashboards are consistent, interpretable, and support adoption. * Design the user experience for the Measurement Definitions and Decision-Support Package, ensuring metrics and KPIs are presented in a clear, decision-ready format. * Evaluate designs for Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility compliance across all reporting and analytics interfaces. * Support rapid prototyping and iterative validation of dashboard and reporting designs within Agile sprint cycles. * Drive user adoption of dashboards and reporting tools by aligning navigation patterns and visual hierarchy with Judiciary user workflows. * Contribute standardized UI components and templates to the shared CMM design system for reuse across reporting products. AI/ML Capabilities * Design intuitive, explainable interfaces for AI/ML-driven predictive analytics and decision-support features, ensuring model outputs are interpretable to end users. * Apply HCD principles to the presentation of AI/ML model outputs, confidence indicators, and recommendations to support responsible AI adoption. * Collaborate with AI/ML and data science teams to translate model capabilities into user-facing workflows aligned with federal responsible-AI requirements for transparency, fairness, and risk mitigation. * Conduct usability evaluations of AI/ML interfaces and incorporate feedback into iterative design refinements. ## Related Videos - [UX is a fullstack job!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1020-ux-is-a-fullstack-job) - [Boost Productivity with AI: Figma & Playwright MCP Workflows - Aris Markogiannakis](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1768-boost-productivity-with-ai-figma-playwright-mcp-workflows-aris-markogiannakis) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [What If We Designed Employee Experience Like a Customer Journey?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1824-what-if-we-designed-employee-experience-like-a-customer-journey) - [Designing the Future of Human<>Agent Collaboration](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1447-designing-the-future-of-human-agent-collaboration) - [Can SVG be fast? 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