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Management Program Analyst UX/UI Designer - Federal Student Aid
UI UX Designer
Lead UX/UI initiatives for federal education technology, driving user-centered design, research, and prototyping to enhance system usability and align with strategic goals.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct user research, interviews, and usability testing to inform design decisions for federal student aid systems.
- Develop wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes using Figma or Sketch, ensuring consistency with design systems.
- Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into intuitive UI solutions.
- Advise on accessibility standards and best practices to meet federal guidelines.
- Document design specifications and maintain design libraries for cross-functional teams.
Requirements
- 5+ years of UX/UI design experience in a complex, regulated environment.
- Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD).
- Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and usability testing methodologies.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to present design concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
- Experience with Agile development processes and cross‑functional collaboration.