Who we are!
Platinum Technologies is a Northern Virginia based integrated solutions firm that specializes in Cybersecurity, Cloud and Digital Services to the Public Sector. Our team solves hard problems and helps our Mission Partners achieve their goals. If you are self-motivated, possess demonstrated learning agility, and are passionate about delivering high-quality work products – we want to hear from you.
We lead with technical expertise, but that is just the tip of the iceberg – the ‘Why’ matters. At Platinum, we don’t hire people to do a job. We provide professional and leadership development to complement our self-motivated domain experts. Our teammates are dot-connecting leaders that operate in a mutually accountable environment to deliver thought leadership, expert technical analysis, and quality execution for our clients.
You.
Platinum Technologies currently has an opportunity for a an experienced UX/UI Designer to support federal customer in providing usability expertise and user experience (UX) best practices for a government platform. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in UX design, web usability, and wireframing, particularly in compliance with the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS). This role is remote and requires the ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust.
YOU MUST RESIDE IN THE UNITED STATES
What you get to do.
• Provide instant UX guidance based on industry best practices and accessibility standards.
• Ensure usability best practices align with the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) for government platforms.
• Identify and implement optimal UX solutions within ITA’s existing technical environment.
• Conduct usability research and recommend design improvements to enhance customer journeys.
• Develop wireframes and storyboards to visualize UX solutions and customer interactions.
• Translate wireframes and user flows into technical specifications required by developers.
• Collaborate with developers, designers, and stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition from concept to implementation.
• Work within an Agile environment, actively participating in standups, sprint planning, and backlog grooming.
• Communicate UX recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Document usability research, design decisions, and best practices for continuous improvement.
Required Skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in UX/UI Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience in UX/UI design, usability, or front-end design.
• Strong understanding of U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) and federal accessibility standards (Section 508, WCAG).
• Experience creating wireframes, prototypes, and customer journey maps using tools like Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or Axure.
• Ability to translate UX designs into detailed technical specifications for development teams.
• Experience working in Agile environments with cross-functional teams.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Preferred Skills.
• Experience designing UX solutions for government agencies or regulated environments.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and front-end frameworks to support UX recommendations.
• Familiarity with usability testing methods and tools.
The Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, race, color, religious creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, or genetic information.
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What We Do
Platinum Technologies is a team of change agents that field technology, cyber and digital experiences to accelerate client outcomes. We measure value by the solutions we deliver, communities we affect, and the lives we change. We are the talent hub for technology-minded innovators who are motivated to solve hard problems, deliver complex solutions for our customers, and model citizenship for society.
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