UX Designer

Guidehouse Inc.
Washington, DC, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience required
1 year minimum
Compensation
$74,000.0 - $124,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

A/B Testing Adobe InDesign Automation of Tests Google Analytics Human-Computer Interaction Interaction Design Software Prototyping Mixpanel Web Content Accessibility Guidelines Website Wireframe Adobe XD Figma
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Front End Software Development

Job description

  • Plan and conduct user research and usability testing (remote and in-person) to gather insights, synthesize findings, and iterate on designs.
  • Create wireframes, high-fidelity visual designs, interactive prototypes, and detailed interaction specifications using tools such as Figma or Adobe XD.
  • Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, content strategists, and stakeholders to define requirements, align on priorities, and ensure designs are implemented as intended.
  • Contribute to and maintain component libraries and design systems to promote consistency, scalability, and efficient delivery across projects.
  • Advocate for accessibility and inclusive design (WCAG) throughout the design process and validate accessibility during testing and handoff.
  • Use analytics and qualitative feedback to measure the success of design solutions and drive continuous improvement.
  • Communicate design rationale and trade-offs clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, and mentor junior designers as needed.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Stakeholder relationship building?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Bachelor’s degree in design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

  • 1+ years of professional and relevant experience.
  • US Citizenship is required.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Experience designing digital products for healthcare, public health, or government clients.
  • Proficiency with modern design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision).
  • Experience contributing to or maintaining a design system at scale.
  • Knowledge of quantitative product analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Mixpanel) and A/B testing concepts.
  • Familiarity with accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies.
  • Experience conducting user research and usability testing, synthesizing insights, and translating them into design solutions.
  • Working knowledge of accessibility best practices (WCAG) and experience designing for inclusive experiences.
  • Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML/CSS/JS) sufficient to collaborate effectively with engineering teams.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder-management skills in cross-functional teams.
  • Experience working on federally funded or grant-supported projects, or familiarity with HRSA/HHS mission and processes.
  • Prior experience mentoring designers or leading small design teams.
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end UX work: research, interaction design, visual design, and prototypes.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health savings account, The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life
  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Student Loan PayDown
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
  • Skills Development & Certifications
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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