Entry Level User Experience Designer Jobs in Reston, VA

Req ID: 376274 

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Frontend / UX Engineers to join our team in Bethesda (REMOTE), Maryland (US-MD), United States (US).

Job Summary:

The Frontend / UX Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing user interfaces that deliver a secure, accessible, and intuitive experience for personnel and stakeholders. This role is central to the modernization of client's radiation exposure management, focusing on the implementation of responsive, user-centered web applications that support complex workflows such as dosimeter inventory management, exposure tracking, organizational hierarchy navigation, and role-based access control (RBAC). The engineer collaborates closely with product owners, backend/API engineers, and operational stakeholders to translate business and technical requirements into visually engaging, compliant, and high-performing user interfaces. The Frontend / UX Engineer ensures that all interfaces adhere to accessibility, cybersecurity, and privacy standards, and are optimized for usability across a range of devices and operational environments, including both connected and disconnected scenarios. The position requires expertise in modern frontend frameworks, accessibility best practices, and user experience (UX) research and design. The engineer is responsible for maintaining comprehensive UI documentation, supporting user acceptance testing, and continuously refining the interface based on user feedback and evolving mission needs. This role is essential for enabling client users to efficiently and accurately perform critical tasks, access actionable data, and maintain compliance with operational and regulatory requirements.

Job Duties:

• Design, develop, and maintain responsive, accessible, and user-friendly web interfaces for client modules, including inventory, exposure tracking, and RBAC workflows
• Collaborate with product owners, backend/API engineers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into intuitive UI/UX solutions
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and workflow analysis to inform interface design and continuous improvement
• Ensure all interfaces comply with DoD accessibility (Section 508), cybersecurity, and privacy standards
• Implement modern frontend frameworks and technologies to deliver high-performance, maintainable, and scalable applications
• Develop and maintain comprehensive UI documentation, style guides, and component libraries
• Support user acceptance testing, deployment, and ongoing operations of frontend solutions
• Optimize interfaces for usability across a range of devices and operational environments, including support for disconnected operations
• Participate in code reviews, security assessments, and compliance audits as required by contract and SOW
• Provide technical support and training for end users and stakeholders as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum 3 years of experience designing digital user interfaces or websites
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing and developing web interfaces for cloud-based, IoT-enabled, or regulated federal systems
• Proficiency with modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue) and UI component libraries
• Demonstrated expertise in accessibility (Section 508), responsive design, and cross-browser compatibility
• Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and workflow analysis in mission-critical environments
• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity, privacy, and RMF requirements for user interfaces
• Strong documentation and communication skills, including the ability to produce UI specifications and training materials
• Experience supporting field deployment, troubleshooting, and operational support for distributed web applications

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this remote role is $68,076 - $141,826. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. If the position offered in temporary, the position will not be eligible for incentive compensation. This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client's needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com, @nttdatafed.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us.

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