Associate UX Designer

Title: UX Designer

Location : DC Metro Area

Target Start Date : ASAP

Type: contract

Pay Rate: DOE

We are seeking an entry-level UX Designer who is passionate about creating intuitive, user-centered digital experiences. This is an excellent opportunity for a curious and collaborative designer who enjoys solving complex problems, learning from users, and growing within an established UX practice.

In this role, you'll partner with cross-functional teams throughout the product development lifecycle—from discovery and research through design and delivery—to create engaging, accessible, and scalable digital products. You'll leverage modern design tools, emerging AI technologies, and user research to help shape experiences that deliver meaningful business and customer value.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product managers, developers, researchers, and designers to create intuitive user experiences.
• Design user flows, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes using Figma or similar design tools while adhering to established design systems.
• Support user research activities, including gathering feedback, synthesizing findings, and translating insights into design improvements.
• Utilize AI-powered design and productivity tools to accelerate ideation, prototyping, and design exploration.
• Contribute to the consistency and scalability of digital products by following UX standards and design system guidelines.
• Present design concepts and communicate design rationale clearly to stakeholders.
• Incorporate user feedback and iterate on designs based on testing and business needs.
• Advocate for usability, accessibility, and user-centered design best practices.
• Adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of professional UX design experience, including internships or relevant project work.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating user-centered design thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Experience with Figma or comparable UX/UI design tools.
• Familiarity with UX methodologies including wireframing, prototyping, user flows, and usability testing.
• Understanding of accessibility standards, including WCAG and Section 508 guidelines.
• Interest in or experience using AI-powered design tools to improve workflows and productivity.
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
• Strong curiosity, willingness to learn, and ability to receive and apply feedback.
• Ability to work effectively within established design systems and collaborative team environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to user research planning, facilitation, or analysis.
• Experience working in Agile product development environments.
• Familiarity with design systems and component libraries.
• Basic understanding of responsive and accessible web application design.

What You'll Gain

• Mentorship from experienced UX professionals.
• Hands-on experience working on meaningful digital products.
• Opportunities to strengthen both design and user research skills.
• Exposure to AI-assisted design workflows and modern UX practices.
• A collaborative environment focused on continuous learning, innovation, and professional growth.

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