User Experience Designer/Scrum Master - Contingent

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront. 
 
Join us to be part of meaningful work that drives national impact and grow your career alongside exceptional peers. 

Important Note About This Position 

This is a contingent position, meaning employment is dependent upon the successful award of the associated contract to Aretum and completion of any required background investigation or security clearance verification. 

Job Summary 

As a User Experience Designer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to create engaging and user-friendly interfaces for various applications, primarily serving our government clients. As a Scrum Master, you will facilitate Scrum processes, ensuring teams collaborate effectively to deliver high-quality products that meet user needs and project requirements. Through mentorship and guidance, you will empower teams to adopt Agile methodologies and continuous improvement practices. 

Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization, employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements. Additionally, all team members may be called upon to support proposal efforts as needed. This could include resume formatting, providing skills alignment summaries, participating in meetings, or contributing to solutioning activities based on subject matter expertise or functional experience. 

Responsibilities 

• Design and prototype intuitive and engaging user interfaces based on user research and feedback. 

• Conduct usability testing and workshops to gather insights for design improvements. 

• Leverage UX design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD to create wireframes and mockups. 

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and reviews. 

• Guide and mentor team members in Agile best practices, ensuring adherence to the Scrum framework. 

• Collaborate with stakeholders and developers to ensure alignment on design specifications and project goals. 

• Analyze user engagement metrics and feedback to inform design decisions and iterate on existing designs. 

• Foster an environment of collaboration and open communication within the team. 

• Expert in Agile based product development 
• Develop and manage project plan 
• Lead and manage Agile team and all Agile (Scrum/Kanban) ceremonies 
• User Research 
• Wireframing 
• Prototyping 
• Identifying and solving design problems 
• Ability to work with end users and communicate user experience to stakeholders 
• Experience with UX design best practices 
• Expertise in UX software such as: Figma(required), Adobe Creative Suite, Axure, and Sketch 
• Experience in applying and modifying design systems for enterprises with large applications 
• Experience in user experience design for large online applications 
• Experience in user experience design for Mobile applications on iOS, Android and FireOS platforms 

This is a remote/work-from-home position. The employee is expected to maintain a professional and distraction-free home office environment with reliable internet access and the ability to participate in video and audio calls during standard working hours. Standard office equipment such as a computer, phone, and webcam will be used regularly. 

Travel Requirement 

• This is a remote position; however, occasional travel may be required based on project needs, client meetings, team collaboration events, or training sessions. Travel is expected to be less than 10% and will be communicated in advance whenever possible. 

EEO & Pay Transparency Statement 

• Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance. 
• As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. 
• We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience. 
• If you require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact our Talent Acquisition team for assistance. 
   
  In compliance with Executive Order 13665, Aretum will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing their own pay or that of another employee or applicant. 

U.S. Work Authorization  

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position does not offer sponsorship. 

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home