Senior UX Developer Lead

General Dynamics Information Technology

17h•$133,450 - $180,550•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior UX Developer Lead with over 7 years of experience in Application Modernization to join our dynamic team. The Senior UX Developer Lead will play a critical role in the modernization of the Delivery Operations Information System (DOIS) for the United States Postal Service (USPS). The individual will utilize AI-enabled software engineering and microservices architecture to deliver enhanced capabilities and improved operational efficiency in USPS’s delivery operations. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in UI/UX design, particularly with a focus on Human-Centered Design (HCD), and must possess deep expertise in dynamic form building. We are excited to welcome a motivated Senior UX Developer Lead who is passionate about creating exceptional user experiences and driving innovation in web development. Join us in shaping the future of our products and services through cutting-edge technology!

Requirements

10+ years of experience in developing IT solutions and cloud infrastructures.
7+ years of strong experience in UX Design, including a deep understanding of UX Design Thinking and Principles.
7+ years of experience in software development, with a strong emphasis on AI and cloud technologies.
Experience with Data Structures and Algorithms.
Experience with Java/Spring Boot microservices, Kafka, JPA, REST, Junit and Helm/Kubernetes.
Experience in software engineering and design architecture.
Experience with process design and documentation methodologies, and design and production of quality deliverables.
Experience identifying and applying industry tools, solutions, methods best practices, and emerging technologies.
Experience and understanding of best practices regarding system security measures.
Experience with building and migration software and IT services to align to strategic business needs and goals.
Experience in conducting research for advanced technologies to determine how IT can support business needs leveraging software, hardware, or infrastructure.
Proven experience in developing dynamic forms with emphasis on intuitive user experience and efficient design.
Expertise in dynamic form building, with a strong background and extensive practical experience.
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
Experience working in an Agile development environment using DevSecOps principles and tools.
Solid background in maintaining design standards.
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset.
Excellent presentation and communication (oral and written) skills.
Consultant mindset with the ability to work with high level customer stakeholders and build excellent customer relationships.
Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills with the ability to formulate and communicate recommendations for improvement.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively, independently, and as part of a team.
Strong project management, leadership & meeting facilitation skills with knowledge of Project Life Cycle.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Proven track record of delivering scalable and reliable software solutions.
A portfolio demonstrating expertise in UI/UX design and relevant projects.
Proficiency working with UX frameworks and templates.
Ability to lead user testing and analysis sessions.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, UI/UX Design or relevant computer-based major or equivalent experience. If there is no relevant college degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Professional level certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS).
Experience in UI/UX design, with a focus on Human-Centered Design principles.
Experience with AI/ML tools and frameworks such as WatsonX, GitHub CoPilot.
Experience in developing and testing wireframes and prototypes
Experience writing Unit Tests frameworks.
Experience in a USPS environment or similar large-scale federal programs.
Experience with Version One Agile Lifecycle Management Tool.

Responsibilities

Responsible for Java coding, architecture/design, quality goals, partnering with product owners to define actionable requirements, prototyping, driving engineering excellence, planning, estimating, and on-time delivery.
Develop responsive web applications ensuring high performance and responsiveness.
Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement designs into functional user interfaces, adhering to best practices and design principles.
Build reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency in cloud environments.
Ensure adherence to security and compliance best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and code reviews to junior developers.
Write clean, maintainable, and testable code.
Mentor and coach junior developers, providing technical guidance and code reviews.
Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end reporting solutions, leveraging full stack developer skills to integrate front-end visualization tools with back-end data processing and storage systems.