UI/UX Developer
Summary
Accenture Federal Services is hiring a UI/UX Developer in Chantilly, VA to design and build human-centered front-end interfaces — conducting user research, wireframing, and prototyping, then implementing them with React, Next.js, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS. Requires 8+ years of experience and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
Job Description:
We are looking for a UI/UX developer that is able to drive forward the implementation and design of a human-centered UI implementation. The ideal candidate is strong in the User Experience portion of the design, able to clearly translate user requirements and use cases into front end application components that contribute to a common look and feel across applications.
As a UI/UX Developer in this role, you will be responsible for shaping the user experience and visual design of our digital products. You will conduct user research to understand the needs and behaviors of our audience, then translate those insights into wireframes and interactive prototypes. Your work will focus on creating cohesive, human-centered interfaces that ensure consistency and usability across multiple applications. You will collaborate closely with product managers and developers to implement intuitive solutions that address real user problems.
To excel in this position, you should be comfortable working with modern front-end technologies such as React and Next.js, as well as foundational web languages like JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS. Proficiency with design tools and a strong grasp of color theory and grid systems will enable you to craft visually appealing layouts. Experience in transforming user requirements into functional components, and a keen eye for detail in both design and implementation, will help you deliver seamless, engaging user experiences that align with our brand’s vision.
Here's what you'll need:
- 8+ years of experience in the following areas:
- User Research
- UI Design
- Wireframing
- JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, and/or CSS
- Front End Technologies (React, Next.js, etc.)
Bonus points if you have:
- Experience with prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD)
- Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG, ARIA)
- Knowledge of design systems and component libraries
- Experience conducting usability testing
- Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies
Security clearance:
- Active TS/SCI with Poly security clearance is required
As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
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