UI/UX Human Centered Design Specialist

Job description

Req ID: RQ

nType of Requisition: Regular

nClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

nPublic Trust/Other Required: None

nJob Family: Software Engineering

nSkills:

nUser Experience (UX),User Experience (UX) Design,User Interfaces (UI)

nExperience:

n10 + years of related experience

nJob Description:

nSeize your opportunity to make a personal impact supporting the Case Management Modernization (CMM) Program. The CMM program is an initiative to support the Administrative Office of the US Courts (AO) in developing a modern cloud-based solution to support all 204+ federal courts across the United States.

nGDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career. The UI/UX Human Centered Design Specialist ensures dashboards, reporting tools, predictive analytics screens, and AI/ML interfaces are intuitive, accessible, and aligned with Judiciary user workflows, supporting the CMM Data Modernization and Governance team in delivering data-driven decision-support tools in alignment with strict federal compliance requirements.

nThis role supports the Reporting, Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) deliverables by shaping user-centered visual designs for the Reporting & Analytics Capability and the Measurement Definitions and Decision-Support Package. By applying human-centered design (HCD) best practices to visualizations, navigation patterns, and decision-support experiences, this role enhances adoption and interpretability while ensuring designs meet Section 508, WCAG 2.1 AA, and federal digital service standards for accessibility, performance, and security.

nThe UI/UX Human Centered Design Specialist will execute the following responsibilities:

nReporting & Analytics

nnnDesign intuitive, accessible dashboards, self-service reporting interfaces, and predictive analytics screens for the CMM Reporting & Analytics Capability, applying Human-Centered Design (HCD) and usability best practices.

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nnTranslate UX research, personas, and journey maps into high-fidelity prototypes, wireframes, and interface design specifications for development teams.

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nnPartner with BI Architects, data engineers, product owners, and developers to align visual designs with data models, KPIs, and reporting requirements.

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nnConduct usability testing, including heuristic evaluations, card sorting, and A/B testing, on dashboards and visualizations, and apply findings to refine designs each sprint.

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nnDefine and maintain visualization, navigation, and interaction design standards to ensure reports and dashboards are consistent, interpretable, and support adoption.

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nnDesign the user experience for the Measurement Definitions and Decision-Support Package, ensuring metrics and KPIs are presented in a clear, decision-ready format.

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nnEvaluate designs for Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility compliance across all reporting and analytics interfaces.

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nnSupport rapid prototyping and iterative validation of dashboard and reporting designs within Agile sprint cycles.

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nnDrive user adoption of dashboards and reporting tools by aligning navigation patterns and visual hierarchy with Judiciary user workflows.

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nnContribute standardized UI components and templates to the shared CMM design system for reuse across reporting products.

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n nAI/ML Capabilities

nnnDesign intuitive, explainable interfaces for AI/ML-driven predictive analytics and decision-support features, ensuring model outputs are interpretable to end users.

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nnApply HCD principles to the presentation of AI/ML model outputs, confidence indicators, and recommendations to support responsible AI adoption.

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nnCollaborate with AI/ML and data science teams to translate model capabilities into user-facing workflows aligned with federal responsible-AI requirements for transparency, fairness, and risk mitigation.

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nnConduct usability evaluations of AI/ML interfaces and incorporate feedback into iterative design refinements.

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n nQUALIFICATIONS

nnnMA/MS degree, or Bachelor's/Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Design, or a related field, with 10+ years of general experience in information systems and 8+ years of specialized experience in UI/UX design, including 5+ years in a Human-Centered Design (HCD) role supporting enterprise or government applications.

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nnExperience may be considered in lieu of degree as follows: HS (16+ years), AA/AS (14+ years), BA/BS (12+ years), Doctorate Degree/Ph.D. (9+ years).

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nnExpertise in usability testing methodologies, such as heuristic evaluations, card sorting, and A/B testing, and proficiency in design and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, Axure, Storybook, or similar).

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nnStrong understanding of Agile/SAFe delivery, iterative design integration, and DesignOps/UX governance practices.

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nnFamiliarity with HTML5, CSS3, and responsive UI behavior to collaborate effectively with front-end developers.

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nnExperience designing for federal systems, with practical knowledge of Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA compliance.

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n nCOMMUNICATION & ORGANIZATIONAL

nnnExcellent presentation and communication (oral and written) skills.

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nnConsultant mindset with the ability to work with high level customer stakeholders and build excellent customer relationships.

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nnExperience identifying and applying industry tools, solutions, methods best practices, and emerging technologies.

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nnStrong analytical skills and problem-solving skills with the ability to formulate and communicate recommendations for improvement.

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nnDemonstrated ability to work effectively, independently, and as part of a team.

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n nCERTIFICATIONS (Preferred)

nnnCertified Usability Analyst (CUA) or Certified HCD Professional

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nnSAFe Agile Practitioner (SPC or SSM)

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nnSection 508 Trusted Tester Certification

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nnUX Design or HCD Certification (NN/g, IDEO, or HFI)

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n nThe likely salary range for this position is $128,039 - $173,229. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

nTotal Rewards at GDIT:

nOur benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. GDIT typically provides new employees with 15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness and an additional 10 paid holidays per year. Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on the employee's date of hire. The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

nOur Identity Verification Process:

nAs part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

nAbout Our Work:

nWe are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

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nEqual Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Worksite address

fairfax, VA, 22032, US

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