User Experience Designer 2

Description Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a User Experience Designer 2 to support the research, design, and delivery of intuitive user experiences for mission-driven applications, tools, and systems. This role focuses on gathering user insights, conducting research activities, creating visual designs and prototypes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve usability and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate combines strong user research skills with a user‑centered design mindset and thrives in agile, fast‑paced environments. Key Responsibilities Conduct user research activities including interviews, usability testing, contextual inquiries, surveys, and observational studies. Collect, document, and organize qualitative and quantitative research data to identify user behaviors, needs, and pain points. Support the UX Lead in executing research plans, discussion guides, screeners, and testing protocols. Translate user insights into wireframes, mockups, storyboards, interaction flows, and interface designs. Create and iterate on design solutions through rapid prototyping and user feedback. Develop visual designs, interface guidelines, and user experience recommendations that align with product goals and customer requirements. Collaborate with Product Owners, developers, engineers, and stakeholders throughout the design lifecycle. Review implemented solutions to ensure adherence to design standards and user experience best practices. Communicate research findings, design decisions, and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences. Support multiple teams in conducting user experience research and optimization efforts within agile development environments. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, User Experience Design, or a related field; four (4) additional years of relevant UX experience may be substituted for a degree. Ten (10) years of User Experience Design experience, including at least five (5) years leading project lifecycle design efforts from requirements gathering through customer presentation and implementation. Experience conducting user research activities such as usability testing, user interviews, contextual inquiries, surveys, card sorting, and other qualitative and quantitative research methods. Proficiency with UX design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Axure, Visio, PowerPoint, Adobe XD, or similar) and the ability to create wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual design artifacts. Requirements U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. Certification Requirements: N/A Security Clearance This position requires an active security clearance with appropriate polygraph. About Us Founded in 2007, Columbia Technology Partners is a Woman‑Owned, Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business specializing in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues for corporations and federal agencies. With a proven track record in information security, project management, systems/network engineering, security risk management, vulnerability assessments, and mobile security implementation; our employees have the expertise and innovative thinking needed to deliver results that exceed expectations. Benefits Medical: 3 superior plans, in‑network and out‑of‑network options. Vision + Dental: both free to you and fully paid by CTP. Retirement: 401k with 6% company contribution. PTO + Leave: generous paid time off, including customizable leave plans, jury duty, bereavement, and military leave. Career Growth: up to $10,000 provided for approved learning, training, education, and tuition. Life & AD&D Insurance, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability: zero cost to you. Profit Sharing Bonus: end‑of‑year cash added to your bottom line. Referral Bonus Program: tiered bonus ranging from $7,000 to $20,000 if your referral joins the team. Salary Range Transparency Columbia Technology Partners is committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Salary ranges are based on job role and responsibilities, market research, experience and qualifications, location, and company performance. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Columbia Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace. Our policy applies to all employees, job candidates, contractors, stakeholders, partners, and visitors. CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine! #J-18808-Ljbffr Columbia Technology Partners, Inc