Full-Time

Sr. UX Designer I

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MetroStar

MetroStar

201-500 employees

Technology solutions for government agencies

Government & Public Sector
Enterprise Software

Senior

Washington, DC, USA

Hybrid role requires local presence in the D.C. metro area.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Product & UX/UI Design
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
UI/UX Design
Information Architecture
Graphic Design
Requirements
  • You have an active Secret security clearance or higher.
  • You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or similar concentration.
  • You have 5-7 years of experience with user interface design patterns and standard UCD methodologies.
  • You have experience gathering requirements from users and stakeholders, defines information architecture, creates sample user personas, and documents user workflow.
  • You have experience performing user research and usability testing, and facilitates focus groups. Applying the results from user research and usability testing to create new features and improve current features.
  • Experience translating information into UIs and Interactions.
  • You have an understanding of common software development and agile development practices.
  • Experience creating User Stories while working with business analysts to develop acceptance criteria.
  • You have familiarity with various graphic design software packages.
  • You have experience designing wireframes, mockups, and prototypes, as well as visual design comps.
  • You have knowledge of visual design and wireframing/prototyping tools.
  • Have have a working knowledge of design patterns and pattern libraries.
  • Experience with Section 508 compliance.
Responsibilities
  • You will work with an open and motivated team designing digital experiences that solve agency missions.
  • You will own the Interface and Interaction Design - leading user experience strategy, improvement assessments, information architecture, wireframes, and user research activities.
  • You will strategize about how to integrate web, mobile, data, and emerging platforms into seamlessly interconnected ecosystems.
  • You will take part in the Agile process; grooming different solutions to challenges.

MetroStar creates technology solutions to improve digital experiences for government agencies. They modernize IT infrastructure and develop tools for various sectors, including public health and agriculture, helping agencies like the Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. MetroStar stands out by tailoring its services to meet the specific needs of government clients, generating revenue through contracts and partnerships. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and innovation in public sector operations.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$4.4M

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1999

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • MetroStar's Comet system simplifies DesignOps, enhancing efficiency in federal projects.
  • Recognition as a top IT workplace attracts talent and boosts employee retention.
  • Partnerships like with Sierra Vista Chamber expand market reach and community engagement.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from firms like NTT Data limits high-value contract opportunities.
  • Reliance on USWDS and React may lead to inefficiencies if not managed well.
  • Comet's adoption may face challenges if agencies are slow to transition from existing systems.

What makes MetroStar unique

  • MetroStar specializes in digital services for government agencies, focusing on IT modernization.
  • They provide virtual training platforms, saving $16 million in travel expenses for law enforcement.
  • MetroStar developed the CFAP 2 Eligible Commodities Finder for USDA pandemic relief.

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