UX Developer - WFH

About the Role

GliaCell Technologies, LLC is seeking a Principal UX Developer to support a U.S. Government customer through one of its subcontracts. This is a full-time position focused on providing technical expertise to sustain critical mission-related software and systems under a large government contract.

You will join an experienced team working to modernize an existing data tracking and metrics system. The role focuses on developing highly usable end-user interfaces by applying user-centered design principles, UI best practices, and usability standards. The position offers flexible working hours, opportunities to work with experienced engineers, and access to professional development and personalized training.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with users, including analysts, to research, develop, and document user profiles and user performance requirements.
• Conduct task analysis and workflow mapping, and develop and test user scenarios.
• Develop UI design specifications and supporting documentation, including wireframes, mockups, interaction behaviors, and design guidelines, as needed to support development efforts.
• Collaborate with product designers and process engineers to inform application design and ensure user-centered solutions align with workflows and requirements.
• Conduct accessibility and Section 508 compliance testing to ensure user interfaces meet regulatory and usability standards.
• Collect and analyze user feedback through surveys and behavioral data to guide design improvements and UX decisions.
• Create interactive prototypes to validate design concepts and communicate interactions to stakeholders and development teams.
• Apply user-centered design principles and UI best practices to develop highly usable end-user interfaces.
• Work independently while collaborating effectively with small teams and larger cross-functional groups.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• An active or reinstatable TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph is mandatory. Applicants who do not currently possess this clearance level should not apply.
• Twenty (20) years of experience as a Software Engineer (SWE) supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university. Four (4) additional years of SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.
• Five (5) years of experience with a strong background in user-centered design, UI best practices, usability testing, and the software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, implementation, and deployment.
• Experience in UI/UX.
• Experience with Section 508 compliance.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary range: $200,000–$280,000.
• Sign-on bonus eligibility.
• CareFirst medical coverage for employees and dependents.
• Guardian dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
• Up to 25 days of paid time off.
• Up to 40 hours of PTO carryover.
• Work-from-home opportunities.
• 401(k) company contribution, fully vested from day one.
• Potential for discretionary, certification, and sign-on bonuses.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Annual professional development.
• 100% of premiums covered for life and disability insurance.
• Additional voluntary life insurance coverage available.

Salary is determined by position, level, skills, professional experience, relevant education, certifications, and individual benefits package selection. The posted range represents the minimum and maximum target salaries across the company's projects. Recruiters can provide details about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

Position Details

• Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Work Schedule: Flexible hours
• Work Arrangement: Work-from-home opportunities available

About GliaCell

GliaCell Technologies, LLC emphasizes professional growth, mission-focused work, and collaboration with experienced engineers. The company offers personalized training programs, challenging technical assignments, and opportunities to work with the latest technologies.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GliaCell Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.