UI/UX Designer

About Niyam IT

Niyam IT, founded in 2007 by a dedicated group of consultants, has established itself as a leader in delivering innovative and reliable technological solutions. With a core philosophy rooted in orderly processes combined with passion and innovation, Niyam has built a reputation for excellence over the years. Our commitment to delivering successful outcomes has positioned us as a trusted partner in various sectors, including Emergency Preparedness & Response, Natural Resource Management, Law Enforcement & Justice, Health IT, and Global Citizen Services. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and diversity, ensuring that our solutions are both cutting-edge and user-centric.

At Niyam, we believe in creating a dynamic work environment that promotes professional growth, inclusivity, and work-life balance. We offer flexible work hours, remote work options, and opportunities for career advancement through fully paid training programs. Our team is composed of talented professionals who are passionate about leveraging technology to make a meaningful impact. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, diversity, and the well-being of its employees.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled UI/UX Designer to join our team in support of our federal client projects. This full-time role involves designing intuitive, user-centered digital interfaces for both legacy and modernized systems. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and stakeholders, to deliver high-quality, accessible, and scalable design solutions that align with mission objectives. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement based in Ashburn, VA, requiring presence at the office once a week.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of creative design expertise, technical awareness, and leadership capabilities. You will be responsible for conceptualizing and implementing user interfaces that enhance user experience, ensuring consistency across multiple applications, and advocating for best practices in UX and accessibility standards. Your role will also include mentoring junior designers, developing design strategies, and applying user research insights to inform design decisions.

This position provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful government projects, working in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. If you are passionate about creating meaningful digital experiences and have the qualifications listed below, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Interactive Design, Architecture, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Human Factors, or related field
• Minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience in UI/UX, visual, or interaction design
• Proficiency with enterprise design tools such as Figma (preferred), Axure, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar
• Experience designing responsive web applications that are intuitive and accessible across various devices
• Strong understanding of design trade-offs, technical constraints, and maintainability considerations
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and work collaboratively within a team
  
  

Responsibilities

• Participate as a core member of Agile Scrum teams, delivering iterative UI/UX design solutions
• Conceptualize, design, and refine user-centered interfaces for diverse software applications, encompassing both legacy and modernized systems
• Establish and maintain consistent look-and-feel, style guides, and standardized UI components across multiple applications
• Collaborate with stakeholders, product owners, developers, and business analysts to translate requirements into effective design solutions
• Create wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs to communicate concepts and user flows
• Develop and uphold comprehensive design systems and style guides to ensure consistency
• Partner with technical teams to assess design feasibility and refine approaches accordingly
• Ensure the usability, accessibility, and quality of all design deliverables, adhering to project timelines
• Mentor and support junior designers, fostering skill development and best practices within the team
• Apply user research, feedback, and data analytics to continuously improve design strategies
• Promote UX best practices, accessibility standards, and design consistency across all projects
  
  

Benefits

• Flexible work hours to support work-life balance
• Remote work options to accommodate different working styles
• Supportive environment for professional development and career growth
• Fully paid training and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Inclusive culture that values diversity and unique perspectives
  
  

Equal Opportunity

Niyam IT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all qualified applicants receive consideration regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, disability, unemployment status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.