UI/UX Design

Maximus is hiring a UI/UX Designer in Hialeah, Miami-Dade County, FL to create intuitive digital experiences for federal programs. This full‑time role offers a salary of $67,618.47 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Design user‑centered interfaces for web and mobile applications supporting national security, defense, and public service initiatives.
• Conduct user research, create personas, wireframes, prototypes, and high‑fidelity mockups.
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and subject‑matter experts to ensure design feasibility and compliance with federal accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1).
• Perform usability testing and iterate designs based on feedback and data analytics.
• Maintain design systems and style guides to promote consistency across multiple government platforms.
• Document design decisions and create detailed specifications for implementation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Human‑Computer Interaction, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of UI/UX design experience, preferably with government or large‑scale enterprise projects.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of interaction design, information architecture, and responsive design principles.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to present design concepts to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with front‑end development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to facilitate design hand‑off.
• Knowledge of federal procurement processes and security clearance requirements.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and collaborative platforms like Jira and Confluence.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of $67,618.47 annually.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Professional development and certification support.
• Opportunity to work on high‑impact projects that serve the nation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of projects will I work on as a UI/UX Designer at Maximus?

You will design user interfaces for web and mobile applications that support federal programs in national security, defense, and public service, ensuring accessibility and usability.

Is a security clearance required for this role?

While a clearance is not mandatory at hiring, candidates with an existing clearance or the ability to obtain one are preferred.

What design tools does Maximus expect me to use?

The primary tools are Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and Photoshop, along with prototyping and usability testing software.