UI/UX Engineer

UI/UX Design Engineer role for the Case Management Modernization (CMM) Program, partnering design and engineering to deliver accessible, efficient experiences with production-ready React code.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Product Owners, UI Architects, Developers, and HCD Specialists to turn research insights into actionable design specifications.
• Bridge design and engineering by translating high-fidelity prototypes into responsive, accessible, performant front-end applications and reusable UI components in React.
• Apply Human-Centered Design (HCD) principles to ensure designs align with program objectives and Agile ceremonies.
• Define and enforce UI/UX and front-end coding standards to support consistency and reusability.
• Assess designs for compliance with Section 508, usability expectations, and WCAG accessibility guidelines.
• Support iterative feedback through rapid prototyping and validation during sprint cycles.
• Advise on UI consistency, interaction design, and opportunities to reuse design system patterns.
• Work with Quality Assurance and Compliance teams to verify usability and accessibility in production releases.

Requirements

• 8+ years of UI/UX design development experience, including 5+ years in a Human-Centered Design role supporting enterprise or government applications.
• Strong understanding of Agile/SAFe delivery and iterative design integration.
• Expertise in usability testing methods such as heuristic evaluations, card sorting, and A/B testing (etc.).
• Proficiency with design and prototyping tools: Figma, Sketch, Storybook, Axure, Miro (or similar).
• Strong React proficiency, including reusable functional components, component state and props, responsive UI implementation, and integrating components into production applications.
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript/TypeScript, with the ability to convert UI/UX designs into production-ready React interfaces.
• Strong experience with Sass or other CSS preprocessors.
• Experience designing for federal systems, with practical knowledge of Section 508 and WCAG compliance.
• Excellent storytelling and communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Design, or a related field.
• Experience designing for federal digital modernization programs or court/case management systems.
• Familiarity with DesignOps and UX governance practices.
• Exposure to data-driven UX optimization using Google Analytics and Hotjar.
• Understanding of Zero Trust Design and secure user interface principles.
• Knowledge of AI-assisted UX tools or predictive usability models.
• Preferred: Certified Usability Analyst (CUA) or Certified HCD Professional.
• Preferred: SAFe Agile Practitioner (SPC or SSM).
• Highly desirable: Section 508 Trusted Tester Certification.
• Beneficial: UX Design or HCD Certification (NN/g, IDEO, or HFI).
• General experience: 10+ years in information systems.
• Specialized experience: 8+ years.
• Minimum education: BA/BS. Experience may be considered in lieu of degree: HS (16+ years), AA/AS (14+ years), BA/BS (12+ years), Doctorate Degree/Ph.D. (9+ years).

Technologies

• React, JavaScript, TypeScript
• HTML5, CSS3, Sass
• Figma, Sketch, Storybook, Axure, Miro, InVision
• Axe, Wave, Color Oracle, SiteImprove
• Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, MS Teams
• Hotjar, Google Analytics, Optimal Workshop
• WCAG 2.1 AA, Section 508, FedRAMP

Location

• Remote, working from the USA

Deliverables and Performance Outcomes

• HCD Implementation Plans: documentation of methodologies, user testing cycles, and outcome summaries.
• Accessibility and Compliance Reports: validation of Section 508, WCAG 2.1 AA, and FedRAMP UI standards.
• Design System Contributions: standardized templates and components integrated into the shared UI library.
• Performance outcomes:
  • 100% of design and code artifacts produced according to HCD and Agile sprint objectives.
  • 95% compliance with Section 508 and accessibility audit benchmarks.
  • Measurable improvement in task completion efficiency and user satisfaction.
  • 20% reduction in post-release UI-related defects through proactive design validation.

Work Requirements

• Years of experience: 9+ years of related experience (may vary based on technical training, certifications, or degree)
• Travel required: None
• Clearance level: None
• Public trust: Other

Compensation

• Salary range: USD 128,039 - 173,229 per year
• Salary is set based on experience, geographic location, and possibly contractual requirements, and could fall outside the stated range.

Identity Verification Process

• Complete an identity verification process using advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud.
• Expected to be on camera during virtual interviews.
• The employer reserves the right to take your picture to verify identity and prevent fraud.
• Authorize collection, processing, and use of biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

Requisition: RQ226741 • Requisition type: Pipeline