Ui/UX Developer with Security Clearance

Job Description Hoplite Solutions is seeking a UI/UX Developer to support mission-facing digital product design and front-end development efforts. This role will focus on creating intuitive, human-centered interfaces, translating user needs into functional designs, and collaborating with technical teams to deliver consistent and engaging user experiences. As a UI/UX Developer in this role, you will be responsible for shaping the user experience and visual design of our digital products.

You will conduct user research to understand the needs and behaviors of our audience, then translate those insights into wireframes and interactive prototypes. Your work will focus on creating cohesive, human-centered interfaces that ensure consistency and usability across multiple applications. You will collaborate closely with product managers and developers to implement intuitive solutions that address real user problems.

To excel in this position, you should be comfortable working with modern front-end technologies such as React and Next.js, as well as foundational web languages like JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS. Proficiency with design tools and a strong grasp of color theory and grid systems will enable you to craft visually appealing layouts. Experience in transforming user requirements into functional components, and a keen eye for detail in both design and implementation, will help you deliver seamless, engaging user experiences that align with our brand's vision.

Desired Skills: • User Research • Wireframing • Design Tools • JavaScript • TypeScript • HTML • CSS • Front End Technologies (React, Next.js, etc.) • Color Theory • Grid Systems Preferred Skills/Experience: • Experience with prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD • Familiarity with accessibility standards, including WCAG and ARIA • Experience with responsive and mobile-first design • Knowledge of design systems and component libraries • Animation and micro-interaction design skills • Experience conducting usability testing • Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies