Application Developer - UI/UX (Remote)

Synergy Business Innovation & Solutions, Inc. is seeking a UI/UX Specialist to support the United States Coast Guard (USCG). This role bridges design and functionality by leading the end-to-end creation of user-centered application interfaces, from user research and wireframes through interactive prototypes and production-ready UI.

You will work closely with developers, engineers, and product owners in an Agile/Scrum environment to transform complex requirements and data-heavy operational workflows into intuitive, performant digital experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end user experiences, including research, information architecture, wireframes, interactive prototypes, and production-ready UI.

• Translate complex, data-heavy operational workflows into clear and efficient interfaces.

• Create and maintain shared design systems and reusable component libraries across multiple applications.

• Partner with developers to ensure designs are implemented accurately, providing specifications, assets, and design tokens that align with frontend frameworks.

• Conduct user research and usability testing with clients and end users.

• Incorporate research and testing findings into iterative design improvements.

• Gather, clarify, and document design requirements from clients and stakeholders.

• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies throughout the software development lifecycle., * Synergy prohibits the use of AI or other tools to assist with interview responses unless explicit permission is granted.

• Experience designing enterprise, operational, or data-dense applications.

• Proficiency with a modern design and prototyping tool such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.

• Strong foundation in:

• Interaction design

• Information architecture

• Visual/UI design

• Experience creating and maintaining design systems and reusable component libraries.

• Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles.

• Ability to communicate effectively with development teams.

• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.

• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

• U.S. citizenship and Public Trust required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing for Angular applications and familiarity with Angular Material or similar component frameworks.

• Ability to implement frontend designs directly using HTML/CSS/SCSS and work with Angular templates.

• Experience designing cross-platform desktop applications using Electron, Tauri, or similar technologies.

• Understanding of desktop-native interaction patterns.

• Experience designing geospatial, mapping, dashboard, or complex data-visualization interfaces.

• Experience using AI-assisted design or prototyping tools.

Skills & Competencies

• UI/UX design

• Interaction design

• Information architecture

• Visual design

• User research

• Usability testing

• Wireframing and prototyping

• Design systems

• Component libraries

• Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD

• HTML/CSS/SCSS

• Responsive design

• Angular

• Agile/Scrum

• Data visualization

• Cross-functional collaboration

Education & Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.

Experience: Experience designing enterprise, operational, or data-dense applications, along with experience in user research, usability testing, design systems, and software development workflows.

Work Arrangement & Schedule

• Work from home

• Supports the United States Coast Guard (USCG).

• Agile/Scrum work environment.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.