Sr. UX Designer

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About Us:

Bixal is a consulting company based in Fairfax, VA, working alongside governments and organizations to help them deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. Using evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal empowers clients to deliver on their missions more effectively by fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

This role can work remotely from anywhere in the USA. You must be legally authorized to work in the US. Bixal does not provide visa sponsorship.

What Will You Do?

As a UX Designer, you will be responsible for defining design strategy and delivering exceptional user experiences for complex digital solutions. You will lead cross-functional design teams, collaborate with senior executives and clients, and promote a culture of design excellence.

This is a call for resumes as we are screening candidates for an upcoming opportunity to support one of our most esteemed federal clients.

Responsibilities

• Developing design strategies that align with business goals and user needs
• Leading user research efforts to identify insights and opportunities
• Developing design frameworks, principles, and guidelines that enable consistency and scalability across multiple products and services
• Leading the design of complex digital solutions, from concept to launch, and ensuring that the user experience is aligned with project goals and objectives
• Mentoring and guiding junior and senior UX designers to improve their skills and promote a culture of design excellence
• Conducting usability testing and gathering feedback from users to continuously improve the user experience
• Staying up-to-date with the latest design trends, tools, and techniques, and sharing knowledge with the team to promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Collaborating with other designers, developers, and project managers to ensure that design solutions are aligned with project requirements and timelines
• Building and maintaining relationships with senior executives and clients to drive design excellence and business growth
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in UX design, human-computer interaction, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in UX design, preferably in federal consulting or government environment
• Proven track record of leading the design of complex digital solutions for government clients
• Strong portfolio that demonstrates a range of UX design skills, including user research, wireframing, prototyping, and visual design
• Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Figma, or Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Familiarity with accessibility and Section 508 compliance guidelines
• Must be able to pass and maintain a Public Trust security clearance

Competitive base salary

Flex hours

Work from home flexibility

401K with matching incentive

Parental Leave

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Flex Spending Account

Company provided short-term disability

Company provided life insurance

Commuter benefits

Generous PTO

11 Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

New business referral bonus

Please note that candidates selected may undergo a background investigation and, if applicable, meet eligibility requirements for suitability.

Bixal is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It ensures equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and beyond.