UX Designer

Job Description

Join Sky Solutions, LLC - Pioneering Digital Transformation Excellence!

Welcome to Sky Solutions, LLC, a dynamic Digital Transformation Firm nestled in the vibrant heart of the Washington D.C. Metro Area. We specialize in empowering leading organizations in the Financial Services and Healthcare sectors, achieving remarkable business outcomes through cutting-edge Digital Process Automation (DPA) and innovative Low-Code/No-Code Application Development. As a certified Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) with Minority Owned certifications, diversity and equal opportunity are integral to our mission. Embark on our journey of innovation and transformation, where your skills align seamlessly with our commitment to excellence.

As a UX Designer you will be responsible for conducting user research, translating user pain points and needs into usable and accessible user interfaces on a low-code/no-code platform. Your role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand user goals and pain points, creating wireframes and prototypes of design solutions, communicating design decisions to stakeholders, and ensuring users find the applications usable and accessible. Experience in and a strong understanding of user experience principles are essential for success in this role. Additionally, you will contribute to the success of the application to enhance overall user satisfaction and meeting strict accessibility standards.

Required Skills

Bachelors degree in design, human-centered design, or a related field

3-5 years proven experience as a UX designer, user researcher, or equivalent role

Strong portfolio showcasing a variety of design projects and a deep understanding of design principles and methodologies

Proficiency with design tools such as Sketch, Figma, or Adobe Creative Suite

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Experience with user research methods and usability testing

Ability to think strategically and translate business goals into effective design solutions that meet user needs

Preferred Skills

Familiarity with low-code/no-code development platforms

Understanding of accessible design and Section 508, WCAG guidelines and accessibility tools like ANDI and JAWS

Experience and understanding of federal government projects a plus