About the position
Mind Computing is seeking a fulltime, 100% remote UI/UX Designer to support a project with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The ideal candidate will apply Human Centered Design (HCD) principles to develop and enhance user-centric applications with a strong focus on usability, accessibility, and user experience. The designer should have strong experience in user research, wireframing, prototyping, and cross-functional collaboration, along with a demonstrated ability to design accessible digital experiences and support Section 508 compliance. The candidate must reside within the continental US.
Responsibilities
• Collaborate with Business Analysts, developers, testers, and stakeholders to translate business and technical requirements into effective UI/UX solutions.
• Develop research-oriented questions and use indirect user insights to inform design decisions when direct access to users is limited.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes using Figma to communicate design concepts and support development.
• Serve as a UI/UX accessibility subject-matter resource, providing guidance to cross-functional teams on accessible design practices and Section 508 compliance.
• Incorporate accessibility and compliance considerations throughout the design process and prior to production release.
• Review accessibility findings and provide clear, actionable guidance for identifying and remediating Section 508 issues.
• Support accessibility testing, audits, and remediation efforts by reviewing findings, recommending design solutions, and validating corrected implementations.
• Incorporate feedback from developers, testers, stakeholders, and users into iterative design improvements within an Agile delivery environment.
• Contribute to team objectives and take on additional responsibilities as needed.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field.
• Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer with a portfolio demonstrating accessible web or application design work.
• Strong understanding and practical application of Human Centered Design principles in complex, constraint driven environments.
• Demonstrated experience designing accessible user interfaces and advising cross-functional teams on Section 508 compliance and remediation.
• Translate accessibility and compliance requirements into practical recommendations for team members with varying levels of accessibility expertise.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Business Analysts and stakeholders and translate research and user insights into practical design solutions.
• Proficiency with Figma and experience working within Agile development teams.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to clearly explain design and accessibility recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
Nice-to-haves
• Prior government/federal experience.
• Experience supporting VA, DHA, HHS, or other federal/government projects.
• Familiarity with VA Digital Service guidelines, USWDS, and federal accessibility standards and expectations.
• Experience supporting accessibility testing, audits, and remediation.
• Experience contributing to or working within a design system, including UI patterns, components, and documentation.
• Familiarity with collaboration and documentation tools such as Miro, Mural, JIRA, and Confluence.
• Ability to obtain a government clearance.
Benefits
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401k with Employer Match
• PTO + Federal Holidays
• Corporate Laptop
• Training Opportunities
• Remote Opportunity