Senior UI/UX Software Designer

Core4ce • Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

10d • $135,000 - $144,000

About The Position

Core4ce is seeking a Senior UI/UX Software Designer, described in the posting as a Software Engineer IV, to support development of mission-critical government applications. The role combines advanced software engineering expertise with human-centered design to create intuitive, efficient, and accessible user experiences that support operational mission requirements.

The successful candidate will lead the design and implementation of modern user interfaces, collaborate with government stakeholders and development teams, and translate complex requirements into effective software solutions. The position also provides technical leadership, mentors junior engineers, and contributes throughout the software development lifecycle. Responsibilities may evolve to meet business needs and support individual growth.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology with a minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience as permitted under contract requirements.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is preferred; candidates with an active Public Trust clearance or higher may be considered if eligible to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Experience designing and implementing modern user interfaces and user experiences.
• Experience applying UI/UX principles, user-centered design methodologies, and usability best practices.
• Experience creating wireframes, mockups, prototypes, workflows, and user interface specifications.
• Experience collaborating with software developers, product owners, and stakeholders to translate requirements into user-centered solutions.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, application architecture, and software development lifecycle methodologies.
• Ability to provide technical direction and guidance to junior engineers and developers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical reports, design documentation, and engineering artifacts.
• Ability to collaborate with users to understand task flows and jobs-to-be-done.
• Experience using Figma to create and maintain user interface designs.
• Ability to collaborate with developers on user-interface implementation and support usability and user acceptance testing.

Nice To Haves

• Practical experience working in Agile environments utilizing the Scrum framework.
• Advanced Certified ScrumMaster (A-CSM) certification.
• Understanding of secure application design principles and the impact of cybersecurity requirements on user experience and accessibility.
• Scrum certifications and demonstrated experience supporting Agile product development teams.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of user-centered software applications supporting government mission objectives.
• Design intuitive, accessible, and effective user interfaces that enhance operational effectiveness and user adoption.
• Collaborate with government stakeholders to gather requirements, understand user workflows, and identify usability improvements.
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and interface designs aligned with mission requirements and technical constraints.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineers and development teams.
• Support software architecture, integration, testing, deployment, and maintenance activities.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, design specifications, and engineering artifacts.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, design reviews, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure solutions meet security, performance, scalability, reliability, and usability requirements.
• Collaborate with users to understand their task flow and job-to-be-done.
• Use Figma to create and maintain user interface designs based on user needs.
• Collaborate with developers to guide implementation of user interfaces.
• Support usability and user acceptance testing activities.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; the employee portion is paid 100% by Core4ce.
• Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no preset cap on eligible professional development.
• Tuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses.
• Paid parental leave.
• PTO that grows with tenure.
• Generous holiday schedules.
• The Forge provides employees an opportunity to propose innovations and receive internal backing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior