UI/UX Designer

DCCA is a veteran-owned high-technology company specializing in providing information technology services to government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. With a successful track record, DCCA helps organizations upgrade their technology efficiently and tackle complex IT challenges. The company fosters a culture built on integrity, inclusivity, and a people-first mentality, valuing diverse perspectives and lasting employee relationships.

About the role

Candidates must have an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance. This role involves leading human-centered design initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with federal accessibility standards within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end Human-Centered Design (HCD) process, including user research, persona development, journey mapping, and service blueprint creation to address user pain points.
• Design low-fidelity wireframes and high-fidelity interactive prototypes using tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD to visualize complex workflows and system interactions.
• Plan and facilitate usability testing sessions with federal stakeholders and end-users, gathering qualitative and quantitative feedback for iterative improvements.
• Collaborate with Full Stack Developers to ensure designs are technically feasible and translated into responsive, high-performance web applications, primarily using React.js.
• Ensure all user interfaces adhere to federal Section 508 accessibility compliance standards, W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), and agency-specific design systems.
• Create, maintain, and advocate for comprehensive design systems, style guides, and component libraries to ensure visual consistency across deliverables.
• Actively participate in a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment, contributing to sprint planning, backlog grooming, and delivering design artifacts aligned with the Agile Release Train (ART).

Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating complex enterprise software or web application design.
• High proficiency in modern UI/UX design and prototyping tools, specifically Figma, as well as the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Solid understanding of frontend web technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript) and how design decisions impact frontend frameworks like React.js.
• Proven expertise in applying Human-Centered Design principles, conducting user research, and synthesizing feedback into actionable design solutions.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

Desired Skills

• Proven track record of architecting mission-critical digital solutions for federal agencies (e.g., DoD, IC, CMS), including implementation of the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) and federal design mandates.
• Subject-matter expertise in federal accessibility, driving Section 508 compliance audits and remediations for enterprise-level web applications.
• Advanced capability in data visualization, translating complex datasets, AI/ML outputs, and predictive analytics into intuitive, interactive dashboards.
• Premier industry certifications in Human-Centered Design and enterprise-scale agility (e.g., Nielsen Norman Group UX Certification, SAFe Agile Certification).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in data science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline.

Pay

The proposed salary range for this position in Virginia is $195,000 to $220,000. Final salary will be determined based on various factors.

Benefits

• Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) options with company contributions.
• Insurance: Paid disability and life insurance programs.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
• Leave Programs: Paid and unpaid leave options, including vacation, sick leave, and family care.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Wellness Initiatives: Programs promoting physical and mental well-being.
• Growth Opportunities: Upskilling programs, recertification support, and career advancement initiatives.
• Inclusivity: Business resource groups and opportunities for connection in a diverse and equitable workplace.
• Mission-Focused Work: Opportunities to work on innovative projects that improve lives and solve critical IT challenges.

DCCA is committed to equitable pay, annual salary reviews, and fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and professional growth.