Job Description:
We are looking for a User Experience/UX Designer with strong interests and capabilities in the design and development of engaging user experiences. The ideal candidate will thrive in a work environment that requires strong problem-solving skills and independent self-direction, coupled with an aptitude for team collaboration and open communication. This individual excels at providing both highly analytical as well as highly creative ideas to a design engagement. The candidate will also have extensive experience in a fast-paced and innovative development environment. A thorough understanding of contemporary user-centered design methodologies is a must.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term opportunity, growth, flexible work environment with competitive salary and great benefits. If you are self-motivated, work with a team and individually, and are able to bring innovative solutions and ideas, then this is a great opportunity for you!
This position will perform and have the following duties, roles, and / or responsibilities:
- Executing interaction design and visual design as a part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Collaborating on user experience planning
- Consulting with Business partners
- Researching interaction design trends
- Researching technology trends on new design tools
- Performing other duties as assigned
Required Skills:
- U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder and must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in graphic design, multimedia or equivalent experience.
- Two or more years of user experience design experience for software, Web applications which leverage emergent technologies and/or mobile devices.
- Strong conceptualization ability, strong visual communication ability, drawing skills and sketchbook technique.
- Exceptional design skills, production value and attention to detail.
- Ability to create wireframes as well as visual design components.
- Strong working knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Fireworks and associated design tools.
- Experience with user interface design patterns and standard UCD methodologies.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Understanding of common software development practices.
Desired Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in interaction design, new media design or related design field.
- 3D modeling, After Effects, rendering and animation.
- Strong working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript/JQuery, ObjectiveC (iOS), C++ (Android) a plus.
ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. ECS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.
ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3000+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.