We're looking for a Senior UI/UX Software Developer to help design and build modern, intuitive web applications supporting mission-critical systems. This is a unique opportunity to combine user experience design, frontend engineering, and information architecture to transform complex tools into seamless, user-friendly solutions. If you enjoy solving hard problems, simplifying complexity, and building clean, elegant interfaces-this role is for you. This role is HYBRID and can report to Annapolis Junction, Md., Reston, Va., or Washington, DC. What You'll Do 🎯 Design User-Centered Experiences * Evaluate existing applications and identify usability improvements
* Translate complex requirements into wireframes, workflows, and intuitive designs
* Conduct user research and usability testing to drive design decisions
🧩 Build Modern Web Interfaces * Develop responsive web applications using React, Angular, or Vue
* Create clean, maintainable code with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
* Integrate applications with APIs and backend services
🗂 Shape Information Architecture * Organize complex data into clear navigation and structures
* Design layouts that make information easy to find and use
🎨 Own the Design System * Build and maintain reusable UI components in Figma
* Ensure consistency across all products and interfaces Ensure Accessibility * Design and build interfaces compliant with Section 508 standards Collaborate in Agile Teams * Work within Agile/Scrum environments
* Contribute to user stories, documentation, and sprint delivery
What Is UI/UX (and Why It Matters Here)? In this role, you'll directly impact how users interact with complex systems: * UX (User Experience): Focuses on how easy and efficient the system is to use
* UI (User Interface): Focuses on how the system looks and behaves visually
Your work ensures users can complete tasks faster, with fewer errors, and less training-a critical need in high-stakes environments. Required Qualifications * Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
* 13+ years of experience (or equivalent education/experience combination)
* Strong experience with: * UI/UX design and usability principles
* Frontend frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue)
* HTML, CSS, JavaScript
* Figma (components, prototyping)
* Experience integrating with REST APIs
Nice to Have * Experience with Adobe XD
* Familiarity with Node.js, Java, or AWS
* Experience with real-time data (WebSockets)
* Strong background in user research or usability testing
Why Join Us? * Work on mission-critical systems that make a real impact
* Collaborate with highly skilled, multidisciplinary teams
* Influence both design and development decisions end-to-end
Compensation: $170,000- $195,000 depending on years of experience PTO, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401