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Steampunk

UX/UI Designer

Mclean, VA · On-site

As a UX designer, you will be responsible for guiding government clients through our Design ... Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients ...

System One

UX/UI Designer

Vienna, VA · Remote

The contractor will work with teams leveraging Microsoft Dynamics and deliver high-quality ... user experience and user interface designs ready for development handoff • Apply and contribute ...

Photon

UX/UIDesigner

Dallas, TX · On-site

Job Summary: UX/UIDesigner Compensation, Benefits and Duration Minimum Compensation: USD 44,000 ... This position is available for independent contractors No applications will be considered if ...

GT Independence

UX Researcher

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K/yr

The UX Researcher partners with Product Owners, the Director of Product, IT Development, Operations, Support, Third-Party Design Contractor(s), and end users as GTI's design partner to ensure ...

GT Independence

UX Researcher

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$90K/yr

The UX Researcher partners with Product Owners, the Director of Product, IT Development, Operations, Support, Third-Party Design Contractor(s), and end users as GTI's design partner to ensure ...

Semper Valens Solutions

UI/UX Designer

San Antonio, TX · Remote

Collaborate with Government and contractor personnel to support system development, integration, testing, and change management activities, and provide required UI/UX documentation and deliverables.

Steampunk

UX/UI Designer

Mclean, VA

Overview As a UI/UX designer , you will be responsible for guiding government clients through our ... Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients ...

GT Independence

UX Researcher

High Point, NC · On-site

$90K/yr

The UX Researcher partners with Product Owners, the Director of Product, IT Development, Operations, Support, Third-Party Design Contractor(s), and end users as GTI's design partner to ensure ...

GT Independence

UX Researcher

High Point, NC · On-site

$90K/yr

The UX Researcher partners with Product Owners, the Director of Product, IT Development, Operations, Support, Third-Party Design Contractor(s), and end users as GTI's design partner to ensure ...

eBusiness Solutions, Inc.

Lead UX Designer

Columbus, OH · On-site

IOP is seeking a contractor position that is needed to handle the duties and responsibilities of the currently vacant Training Developer position on the IOP UX Team. * This position requires a unique ...

Photon

UI/UX Designer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Job Summary: UX/UIDesigner Senior UI/UX (Product) Designer - Individual Contributor Location: US ... This position is not available for independent contractors No applications will be considered if ...

Photon

UI/UX Designer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Job Summary: UX/UIDesigner Senior UI/UX (Product) Designer - Individual Contributor Location: US ... This position is not available for independent contractors No applications will be considered if ...

Photon

UX/UIDesigner

Dallas, TX

Job Summary: UX/UIDesigner Compensation, Benefits and Duration Minimum Compensation: USD 44,000 ... This position is available for independent contractors No applications will be considered if ...

Steampunk

UX/UI Designer

Mclean, VA · On-site

Overview As a UX designer, you will be responsible for guiding government clients through our ... Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients ...

Steampunk

UX/UI Designer

Mclean, VA · On-site

As a UI/UX designer , you will be responsible for guiding government clients through our Design ... Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients ...

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 ... M9 Benefits - Salary Range $60,000-$180,000 USD M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal sub-contractor ...

Collabera

UX Researcher

Boston, MA

In 2015 we placed more than 6,000 contractors across select 100+ clients that we service. End ... Senior UX Researcher Location: Boston, MA / Eden Prairie, MN / Rocky Hill, CT Duration: 6 month ...

Steampunk

UX/UI Designer

Mclean, VA · On-site

Overview As a UX designer, you will be responsible for guiding government clients through our ... Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients ...

Steampunk

UX/UI Designer

Mclean, VA · On-site

... contracting. We are an employee-owned company with a startup mindset and time-tested approaches ... You will plan and execute UX initiatives from discovery through interface design; research ...

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As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for ux contractor in the United States is $129,588.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,500.00 and $154,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a UX Contractor job?

A UX Contractor is a user experience (UX) professional hired on a temporary or project basis to improve the usability and design of digital products. They work with companies to conduct user research, create wireframes, and enhance product interactions. Unlike full-time employees, UX Contractors typically work independently or through agencies, often juggling multiple clients. Their role varies based on project needs, ranging from user testing to full-scale design overhauls.

What are some common challenges faced by UX Contractors, and how can they be managed?

UX Contractors often encounter challenges such as quickly familiarizing themselves with new company cultures, processes, and project goals. Balancing multiple projects or clients, adapting to different design systems, and aligning stakeholders with user-centered approaches are typical aspects of the role. Strong organizational skills, clear communication, and a proactive approach to understanding client needs can help mitigate these challenges. Additionally, regularly updating your knowledge of industry trends and maintaining a versatile portfolio can make transitions between contracts smoother and more successful.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Ux Contractor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a UX Contractor, you need strong user experience design skills, a solid portfolio, and a background in fields like interaction design, psychology, or human-computer interaction. Familiarity with tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, user testing platforms, and an understanding of web or mobile development processes are often necessary. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and adaptability help you effectively collaborate with diverse teams and clients. These skills are vital for delivering effective, user-centered solutions in varied and fast-changing project environments.

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UX/UI Designer

UX/UI Designer

Steampunk

Mclean, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

As a UX designer, you will be responsible for guiding government clients through our Design Intelligence™ process, incorporating human-centered methods to solve complex user experience challenges. 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 met within a proposed solution.


Responsibilities:

  • Participation in all aspects of the design process to understand the problem we are trying to solve, conduct user interviews, uncover pain points and opportunities, and create a compelling experience vision
  • Understand the relevance of and how artifacts like personas, journey maps, user flows, stakeholder maps, experience maps, and ecosystems fit into crafting the user experience
  • Conduct user research and effectively translate user needs into actionable strategy
  • Design intuitive and elegant digital solutions supported through testing and iterative design
  • Understand and contribute to branding and design libraries
  • Drive adoptability and usability of interfaces and systems we develop
  • Ensure all deliverables across a variety of projects are produced at the highest quality

  • Ability to obtain a U.S. government Public Trust Security Clearance
  • 4+ years of professional UX/UI design experience creating viable solutions for multi-platform digital products, mobile, and responsive web design
  • Thorough knowledge and demonstrated experience applying UX/UI methods and tools, including low and high-fidelity wireframes, prototypes, and usability testing
  • Understand how to integrate user research with technology in an agile environment
  • UI design skills and familiarity with design systems
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Invision, Axure, and/or other prototyping tools
  • Desire to keep pace with ever-changing industry tools and best practices with the ability to make recommendations as needed for the best outcome
  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary groups, including service designers, technologists, product managers, and engineers
  • A natural curiosity for solving problems coupled with strong analytical skills
  • A collaborative nature with excellent written communication and presentation skills
  • Experience working in a project-based environment
  • Degree or equivalent experience in HCD, HCI, and/or UX design
  • Experience working on a cross-functional Salesforce implementation team is desired but not required

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors.  Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges.  As an employee owned company, we focus on investing in our employees to enable them to do the greatest work of their careers – and rewarding them for outstanding contributions to our growth. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program. 

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