Senior UI/UX Designer (Remote)

GovCIO LLC is seeking a Senior UI/UX Designer to lead UX strategy and design execution for enterprise-level VA applications. This remote role involves mentoring junior designers, conducting user research, ensuring accessibility compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance Veteran-centered experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Lead complex UX initiatives across multiple VA systems and product lines
• Mentor junior and mid‑level designers, providing feedback and guidance
• Drive alignment on UX strategy with stakeholders and product leadership
• Create advanced prototypes, workflows, and interaction models using Figma
• Define scalable patterns aligned with VA design standards and engineering constraints
• Review and approve UI deliverables for quality and consistency
• Plan and lead Veteran‑centered research studies and usability evaluations
• Synthesize findings into actionable design insights and product recommendations
• Advise teams on research methods, data interpretation, and best practices
• Ensure all solutions meet Section 508/WCAG standards
• Influence design system evolution and adoption across teams
• Contribute accessibility expertise to reviews and implementation discussions
• Explore responsible use of AI tools to enhance workflow analysis and research synthesis
• Validate AI outputs with user testing and alignment to accessibility
• Identify opportunities where AI can improve complex Veteran workflows
• Partner closely with engineering, product, and program leadership
• Advise on feature feasibility, prioritization, and UX impact during planning
• Lead design critiques, sprint reviews, and collaborative workshops

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of UX/UI experience or commensurate experience
• Expert proficiency in Figma, prototyping, and complex UX workflows
• Demonstrated experience leading research, testing, and UX strategy
• Deep knowledge of Section 508/WCAG accessibility and compliance
• Experience collaborating with senior stakeholders and engineering teams
• Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance
• Experience working with VA or other Federal agencies
• Familiarity with complex Veteran‑facing systems and policy‑driven workflows
• Experience contributing to or governing design systems
• Experience evaluating and responsibly integrating AI‑enabled tools