UI/UX Design

Job Summary

Maximus is seeking a UI/UX Designer to join its team in Flushing, Queens, NY. This full‑time role offers a salary of $70,289 per year and supports high‑impact federal programs in security, defense, and public service.

Key Responsibilities

• Design intuitive, user‑centered interfaces for web and mobile applications used by federal agencies.
• Conduct user research, create personas, wireframes, prototypes, and high‑fidelity mock‑ups.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and subject‑matter experts to translate requirements into seamless user experiences.
• Perform usability testing, analyze feedback, and iterate designs to improve accessibility and performance.
• Maintain design systems and style guides to ensure consistency across multiple platforms.
• Stay current with industry trends, design tools, and best practices for government‑grade solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Human‑Computer Interaction, or related field.
• 3+ years of professional UI/UX design experience, preferably in a government or enterprise environment.
• Proficiency with design software such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, and InVision.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating end‑to‑end design processes and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities; ability to present design concepts to stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG, Section 508).
• Knowledge of front‑end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) for design hand‑off.
• Security clearance eligibility.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of $70,289 annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to contribute to mission‑critical federal initiatives.
• Professional development and training programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of projects will the UI/UX Designer work on?

You will design user interfaces for web and mobile applications supporting federal security, defense, and public service programs.

Is a security clearance required for this position?

A security clearance is not mandatory but eligibility is preferred, as many projects involve sensitive government data.

What design tools should I be proficient with?

Proficiency with Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, and InVision is required; knowledge of HTML/CSS is a plus.