UI/UX Designer

UI/UX DesignerBlack Cape is seeking a talented and security-cleared UI/UX Designer to join our mission-focused team. The systems you build will directly support national security, tactical operations, and critical decision-making for our government customers.In this role, you will bridge the gap between complex government data and intuitive, human-centered software. Working directly within secure government facilities, you will collaborate face-to-face with developers, product owners, and end-users to drive the visual direction of our applications.Responsibilities Include:Wireframing & Low-Fidelity Mockups: Distilling complex, secure workflows into clean, structural layouts that allow for rapid iteration and alignment among stakeholders.High-Fidelity Mockups: Crafting detailed, interactive mockups that bring clarity to highly technical government data and serve as a clear blueprint for developers.Collaborative Design: Transforming feedback from analysts and operators into elegant, secure, and highly functional interfaces.Required Technical Skills (MUST HAVES):Must have a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of professional experienceExperience working onsite with DoD and/or IC customersStrong ability to design wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for web applicationsStrong ability to drive overall visual design, layout, and composition of web applicationsExperience working with end-users to identify their needs, articulate challenges, and propose user-centric solutionsFamiliarity collaborating with full-stack development teams in agile workflowsA portfolio or experience of recent design projects that demonstrates your skills in wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity visual design (if you have been onsite working on proprietary cleared projects - we do understand that you may not have recent visibility into your projects)Experience with at least one of the following Design Tools: Figma (most important for this program), Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools - and/or willingness to learn new toolsPreferred Technical Skills (NICE TO HAVES):Experience meeting with application stakeholders directlyExperience developing User Personas, User Studies, and Information ArchitectureProficient with JavaScript, CSS, and HTMLFamiliarity with modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue - understand how they work but do not have to have extensive experience coding in themFamiliarity with accessibility requirements and best practicesPrior work in environments with strict accreditation and security requirementsGreat Benefits | 401K | Competitive Salary | Generous Time Off | Exceptional Team-Building & Fun Company Events | Mentorship & Professional Development Programs | Tuition Reimbursement | Parental Leave