UX Designer

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Travel Required:

Clearance Required:

What You Will Do:

• Lead user-centered design for web and mobile applications serving health and public-sector clients translating research and product goals into intuitive accessible interfaces.

• 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.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelors degree in Design Human-Computer Interaction Psychology or a related field or equivalent practical experience.

• 3 years of professional UX design experience creating digital products for web and mobile platforms.

• US Citizenship is required.

• A strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end UX work: research interaction design visual design and prototypes.

• Proficiency with modern design and prototyping tools (e.g. Figma Sketch Adobe XD InVision).

• 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.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience designing digital products for healthcare public health or government clients.

• 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 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.

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 EmployerProtected Veterans Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law ordinance or regulation.

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