Senior UI/UX Developer - US Citizenship required

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Software Developer Senior at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you’ll make the end user’s experience your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours.

Contract requires US Citizenship

Candidate must be local to the area. Some telecommuting allowed.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Software Developer Senior you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are seeking a talented UI/UX Developer to join our team and play a critical role in the design, development, and beta testing of our mobile and web applications. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating intuitive user-centered experiences and will work directly with the client to deliver high-quality designs. The UI/UX Developer will be responsible for designing mock-ups and prototypes, testing new features, and maintaining a beta testing environment for iOS and Android.

HOW A SOFTWARE DEVELOPER SENIOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

● Researches, designs, develops, and/or modifies enterprise-wide systems and/or applications software

• Collaborate with stakeholders and the development team to gather requirements and define and implement innovative solutions for product direction, visuals, experience, and team performance

• Design and implement functional and intuitive user interfaces for web and mobile applications

• Conduct concept and usability testing and gather feedback

• Continuously iterate and improve upon existing designs based on user feedback

• Understand product specifications and user psychology

• Develop wireframes and prototypes around customer needs

• Communicate design ideas and prototypes to developers

• Demonstrate excellent customer-facing communication skills

• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups to communicate design concepts

• Conduct Android and iOS Security troubleshooting and implementation

• Maintain beta test environment and conduct beta testing for each new version of Android and iOS

• Implement styling in Android and iOS codebases

• Conduct Android and iOS Security troubleshooting and implementation

• Execute static mobile applications security testing (i.e. Kryptowire; Quokka)

• Design and maintain supporting materials (web pages, documentation, and App Store listings) for application suite

• Maintain and enhance customer and public facing print and digital publications (mailers/emails templates/usage guides, etc.)

• Code/peer review of front-end styling for mobile and web applications

• Final code/peer review for all mobile apps

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe XD, Sketch, Figma, or similar design and prototyping tools

• Bachelor's degree in design, human-computer interaction, or a related field; or 5 - 7+ years of experience in UI/UX design for web and mobile applications

• Portfolio demonstrating ability to design wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups

• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, Front-End, and mobile application development

• Familiarity with accessibility standards and best practices (i.e. Section 508)

• Demonstrated skilled in client communication, both verbal and written

• Experience working in an Agile software development lifecycle and knowledge of DevSecOps practices

• Understanding of the User Experience Process and knowledge of user-centered design principles

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills to advocate design principles and approach

• Knowledge of software development lifecycle

• Ability to interact, navigate and adapt to challenges in an ever-changing environment, managing expectations of customers and multiple teams.

• Strong organizational skills, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and manage priorities effectively.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Scrum Master experience

• Experience with front-end design and development using Angular 9 or higher, Typescript, Bootstrap, Material, etc.

• Experience with security assurance for mobile and/or web applications, including security hardening, security testing, or vulnerability management

• Experience with mobile applications security testing tools

• Experience with web application security testing tools, including dynamic application security testing (DAST), static application security testing (SAST), interactive application security testing (IAST), and/or similar testing strategies

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays