UI/UX Designer (Remote Opportunity)

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.

Qualifications:

- 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.

Additional Qualifications:

- 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

Note: Selected candidates will be required to complete fingerprinting at a government facility and undergo a background check as part of the hiring process.

Mind Computing is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,