Senior UI/UX Designer

CGS is seeking an experienced Senior UI/UX Designer to support a vital technical initiative for a large Federal agency. Join our team to apply cutting-edge technology and contribute to government innovation. **Responsibilities:** * Lead end-to-end UX design efforts, including research, blueprinting, and system evaluation. * Manage the design and implementation of multiple websites and applications concurrently. * Conduct comprehensive user research and analysis to inform highly usable web and application interfaces. * Collaborate with engineers and clients to deliver innovative, intuitive design solutions. * Develop wireframes, storyboards, and site maps to clearly communicate design concepts. * Create scalable design resources to enhance project collaboration and creative services. **Required Qualifications:** * Bachelor's Degree. * Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance. * 10+ years of combined professional UI/UX and User-Centered Design (UCD) experience. * Strong online portfolio demonstrating research-driven responsive web and mobile application designs. * Expertise in user research methodologies, UCD principles, and UI design standards. * Advanced understanding of user personas, user flows, affinity mapping, and related tools. * Proficiency in the full website development lifecycle (discovery through evaluation). * Experience evaluating existing systems, identifying UX issues, and developing recommendations. * Proven ability to design 508 and US Web Design System (USWDS) compliant web and mobile applications. * Skilled in prioritizing features based on user goals and business requirements. * Track record of carrying designs from wireframes to high-fidelity UI mockups. * Experience establishing rapid customer feedback loops. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. * Experience mentoring and leading junior designers. * Advanced coding knowledge (HTML, CSS, JS). * Advanced proficiency in Adobe XD, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Excellent interpersonal and client-focused communication skills. * Experience with Agile methodologies. * Experience creating and modifying data visualizations. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.