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Freelance User Experience Tester Jobs in Reston, VA

System One

UX Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and applying HCD principles. * Strong ... communication and collaboration skills. * Familiarity with DOD HR/pay processes and enterprise ...

System One

UX Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and applying HCD principles. * Strong ... communication and collaboration skills. * Familiarity with DOD HR/pay processes and enterprise ...

System One Holdings, LLC

UX Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

$95K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and applying HCD principles. * Strong ... communication and collaboration skills. * Familiarity with DOD HR/pay processes and enterprise ...

ARES Enterprise

UI/UX Designer

Fairfax, VA · On-site

Security testing * Section 508 compliance testing * Supplement automated testing with manual ... Experience with automated testing frameworks and DevSecOps pipelines.

N2IA Technologies

UX Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

Demonstrated experience with user research and usability testing, including synthesis of findings ... into actionable recommendations. * Proficiency in modern design/prototyping tools (e.g., Figma ...

System One

UX Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and applying HCD principles. * Strong ... communication and collaboration skills. * Familiarity with DOD HR/pay processes and enterprise ...

System One

UX Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and applying HCD principles. * Strong ... communication and collaboration skills. * Familiarity with DOD HR/pay processes and enterprise ...

System One

UX Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and applying HCD principles. * Strong ... communication and collaboration skills. * Familiarity with DOD HR/pay processes and enterprise ...

System One

UX Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and applying HCD principles. * Strong ... communication and collaboration skills. * Familiarity with DOD HR/pay processes and enterprise ...

Mondo

UI/UX Designer

Centreville, VA · Remote

$35 - $45/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Iterate designs based on testing results and stakeholder input. * Partner closely with Product ... Experience using product analytics, user research, customer feedback, and usability testing to ...

BCC

User Experience Researcher

Fairfax, VA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview Black Canyon Consulting (BCC) is a hiring for a UX Researcher to lead user research ... You will conduct user interviews, usability testing, and analyze data to inform design decisions ...

BCC

User Experience Researcher

Fairfax, VA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview Black Canyon Consulting (BCC) is a hiring for a UX Researcher to lead user research ... You will conduct user interviews, usability testing, and analyze data to inform design decisions ...

M9 Solutions

User Experience Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $180K/yr

M9 Solutions is seeking a User Experience Designer to work on-site in support of a government ... Plans, recruits, and facilitates the usability testing of a system. Analyzes and synthesizes the ...

Steampunk

UI/UX Designer

Mclean, VA · On-site

Conduct user research and testing and effectively translate user needs into an implementable digital experience * Collaborate and communicate stakeholder and user needs on a cross functional team ...

BCC

User Experience Researcher

Fairfax, VA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview Black Canyon Consulting (BCC) is a hiring for a UX Researcher to lead user research ... You will conduct user interviews, usability testing, and analyze data to inform design decisions ...

Beyond SOF

UI/UX Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$97K - $121K/yr

Conduct user research and usability testing. Stay updated on the latest UI/UX design trends and technologies. Design and develop user interfaces and experiences for quantum computing applications.

Steampunk

UX/UI Designer

Mclean, VA · On-site

You will plan and execute UX initiatives from discovery through design, prototyping, iteration, and testing. You will serve as the voice of the customer and make sure their needs are considered and ...

Steampunk

UX/UI Designer

Mclean, VA · On-site

Conduct user research and testing and effectively translate user needs into an implementable digital experience * Collaborate and communicate stakeholder and user needs on a cross functional team ...

Steampunk

UX/UI Designer

Mclean, VA · On-site

You will plan and execute UX initiatives from discovery through design, prototyping, iteration, and testing. You will serve as the voice of the customer and make sure their needs are considered and ...

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How much do freelance user experience tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance user experience tester in Reston, VA is $45.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.24 and $56.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance User Experience Tester vs User Experience Designer?

AspectFreelance User Experience TesterUser Experience Designer
CredentialsTypically no formal certification required; experience in usability testing and basic design toolsOften holds degrees or certifications in UX, design, or related fields
Work EnvironmentRemote or on-site testing for various clients; project-basedUsually in a team setting, working on designing user experiences for products
Employer & IndustryFreelance, contracted by multiple clients across industriesEmployers include tech companies, agencies, or as in-house staff
Search & Comparison IntentFocuses on usability testing, feedback, and evaluationFocuses on creating and designing user-centered interfaces

In summary, Freelance User Experience Testers primarily evaluate existing products through testing, while User Experience Designers create and plan the overall user experience. Both roles require understanding user needs but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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UX Designer

System One

Washington, DC • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Job Title: UX Designer Location: Washington, DC Type: Direct Hire Work Model: 3 days onsite Security Clearance: DOD Secret Clearance Required Role Overview: Actively searching for a UX Designer with an active DOD Secret Clearance to join our team. The UX Designer will create intuitive, user-centered designs for DOD enterprise applications, focusing on usability, accessibility, and visual appeal. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams including developers, product managers, and business analysts—to deliver modern, responsive solutions that meet both user needs and federal security standards. Candidates must hold a DOD Secret Clearance and be a U.S. Citizen. Key Job Responsibilities

  • Conduct user research (interviews, surveys, workshops, usability studies) with Soldiers, HR professionals, and commanders to capture pain points and requirements.
  • Create user personas and journey maps tailored to DOD operational environments.
  • Apply Human-Centered Design (HCD) principles throughout the design lifecycle, including research, prototyping, and usability testing.
  • Create interactive prototypes, wireframes, and user interfaces using Figma and Adobe XD.
  • Document all design artifacts (wireframes, style guides, workflows) in contract management tools and obtain approvals through DOD governance processes.
  • Support continuous UX improvement through feedback loops and usability metrics (e.g., System Usability Scale scores, task success rates).
  • Develop modular, responsive UI components based on U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) 3.0 and DOD-specific branding standards.
  • Ensure mobile-first, accessible design for web and mobile platforms, meeting WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 compliance.
  • Integrate analytics and dashboards (Kibana, Oracle Analytics) to support real-time decision-making and user experience improvements.
  • Embed in-app guidance (Oracle Guided Learning) and AI-powered support (Oracle Digital Assistant) for training and onboarding.
  • Ensure all designs comply with DOD cybersecurity, accessibility, and audit requirements.
Required Skills & Experience
  • DOD Secret Clearance and U.S. Citizenship.
  • 3+ years of experience in UX design, including enterprise-scale applications.
  • Proficiency with Figma, Adobe XD, and USWDS 3.0.
  • Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and applying HCD principles.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Familiarity with DOD HR/pay processes and enterprise application design.
  • Experience developing accessible, mobile-first, and responsive interfaces.
  • Ability to document and present design artifacts for DOD governance and approval.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Multimedia Design, or related field.
  • Experience with analytics platforms (Kibana, Oracle Analytics) and in-app guidance tools (Oracle Guided Learning).
  • Experience integrating AI-powered support and chatbots (Oracle Digital Assistant).
  • Knowledge of DOD cybersecurity, accessibility, and audit standards.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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