UX/UI Designer and Developer

Job Title: UX/UI Designer and Developer

Onsite Requirement: A couple of days onsite required and travel to different sites.

Job Summary: The UX/UI Designer & Developer will play a critical role in the modernization of the client's Applicant and Administrator Applications. This individual will be responsible for leading Human-Centered Design (HCD) initiatives from discovery through implementation, conducting user research, developing personas and journey maps, designing intuitive interfaces, and building functional, responsive front-end prototypes. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in UX research, UI prototyping, and front-end development - including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React, Angular, and responsive design frameworks like Bootstrap- and work closely with stakeholders, project managers, and developers to ensure user-focused, accessible, and scalable design solutions.

Key Responsibilities

UX Design & Research

• Lead the discovery and design phases of the SDLC by conducting stakeholder interviews, user research, and usability testing.
• Develop UX artifacts such as personas, journey maps, empathy maps, user stories, and wireframes, mockups, and user flows.
• Define and document UI/UX requirements and best practices with a focus on accessibility (WCAG 2.X / 508 B compliance)) and cross-browser compatibility.
• Analyze existing workflows in the client systems and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Translate user insights into actionable design solutions that enhance usability and reduce friction through usability validation and multi-platform testing experience.

UI Prototyping and Design

• Create high-fidelity, interactive prototypes using tools such as Adobe XD, Sketch, Figma, or InVision.
• Design modern, responsive UIs that function seamlessly on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices using responsive layout techniques compatible with all DOE platforms.
• Present and iterate on design ideas through feedback loops with client stakeholders and developers.
• Apply branding and visual consistency across client platforms while enhancing usability and accessibility.
• Incorporate principles of Google Search Optimization (SEO) into design for enhanced discoverability and performance.

Front - End Development

• Develop responsive UI components using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, and modern JavaScript frameworks like React and Angular.
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate UI designs within MVC frameworks and .NET-based applications.
• Ensure front-end code is clean, scalable, and compliant with security and performance best practices.
• Troubleshoot UI issues during testing and production rollout phases.
• Maintain compatibility across platforms through cross-browser compatibility testing and implementation of Web 2.0 standards.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 8+ years of experience in UX/UI design and front-end development with a combined Designer and Developer background.
• Technologies: Advanced proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript. Strong experience with Adobe XD, Sketch, InVision, Figma, React, Angular, and Bootstrap.
• Methodologies: Demonstrated application of Human-Centered Design (HCD), Design Thinking, and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with .NET MVC-based environments and integration into enterprise applications.
• Experience modernizing legacy systems in public sector or education-related IT projects.
• Familiarity with performance testing tools, responsive grid systems, and design system frameworks.
• Knowledge of DOE systems, or similar education-sector application modernization projects.
• Accessibility: Deep understanding and implementation experience with WCAG 2.XSection / 508 B compliance standards.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Collaboration: Proven experience collaborating with technical teams, business stakeholders, and end-users.

Compensation and Benefits

The projected compensation range for this position is $122,500 to $150,600 per year benchmarked in the New York area. The target salary is $136,200 for this role. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Salary at LCG is determined by various factors, including but not limited to role, location, the combination of education/training, knowledge, skills, competencies, certifications, and work experience.

LCG offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement plan contributions, as well as paid leave, federal holidays, professional development, and lifestyle benefits.

Devoted to Fair and Inclusive Practices

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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