Graphic Designer/Usability Manager with Security Clearance

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Job description

Company Overview At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our success starts and ends with our people, so we built a company where great people can do great things, with the resources and autonomy to make decisions that transform organizations. We operate as one team of diverse people, united by a passion for continuous growth and optimization. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. Summary We are seeking a skilled Graphic Designer/ Usability Manager to lead our usability effo rt s and enhance the user experience across our digital products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in usability research methods, UX design tools, and accessibility standards, co mbined with exceptional leadership skills to mentor junior team members. This role will be pivotal in applying usability principles and best practices to create user-friendly, accessible designs that meet the needs of all users. Responsibilities Co nduct usability research using methods such as user testing, surveys, card so rt ing, and heuristic evaluations to gather insights and inform design decisions. Apply a deep understanding of usability principles and best practices to enhance the usability of digital products, ensuring a seamless user experience. Utilize UX design tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, InVision , Miro, and Otter.ai to create wireframes, prototypes, and mockups that effectively co mmunicate design co ncepts and solutions. Identify and resolve co mplex usability challenges quickly and effectively, employing creative problem-solving techniques to design intuitive user interfaces. Ensure co mpliance with WCAG 2.1 and other accessibility standards, designing products that are accessible to users with disabilities. Provide leadership and mentorship to junior usability expe rt s, fostering a culture of co l laboration and co ntinuous improvement within the team. Co l laborate with cross-functional teams to ensure usability co nsiderations are integrated throughout the design and development process. Co mmunicate co mplex usability co ncepts clearly and effectively to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment on project goals and objectives . Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively. Lead project planning, estimation, and tracking effo rt s using agile development methodologies, ensuring timely delivery of usability enhancements. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a Co mputer Science related field and 5 + years of UX design experience. Experience may be substituted in lieu of degree. Active DoD Secret clearance - preferred. Must be able to obtain a DoD Public Trust. Experience within the DHA theater - highly preferred. Must possess an active professional UX Ce rt ification Proficient in usability research methods, including user testing, surveys, card so rt ing, and heuristic evaluation. Co mprehensive knowledge of usability principles and best practices, with a track re co rd of applying this knowledge to improve digital products. Experience with UX design tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, InVision , Miro, and Otter.ai . Strong ability to create wireframes, prototypes, and mockups that clearly co mmunicate design ideas and solutions. Familiarity with WCAG 2.1 and other accessibility standards, with experience designing accessible user interfaces. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to tac kle co mplex usability challenges creatively. Strong leadership and mentorship abilities, with experience guiding junior usability expe rt s. Effective co mmunication skills, capable of co nveying usability co ncepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment. Experience with agile development methodologies, leading project planning, estimation, and tracking effo rt s. This is an exciting oppo rt unity for a Graphic Designer/ Usability Manager to make a significant impact on our digital products, leading a talented team in creating user-friendly and accessible experiences for our diverse user base. EEO Statement ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States. Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.

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