UI/UX Engineer

Description

Job Description:

Leidos is seeking a UI/UX Developer to join the MARS Enterprise Agile Development (MEAD) contract, to support development of mission critical applications involving AI/ML capabilities for intelligence mission. 

The UI/UX Engineer will work closely with UX Designers, Business Analysts, engineers, developers, and data scientists from multivendor team to learn from the users and produce low-high fidelity comps and prototypes which will be tested, iterated, and briefed for development. This role includes product centric interaction and interface design working on low-mid fidelity static comps and interactive prototypes. The UI/UX Engineer will work on visual design initiatives that adhere to design principles overall consistency.

In this role, a portion of the unclassified work can be done remotely, with approval from the prime contractor. In office work will be done in a facility in the Springfield/Alexandria area, with occasional in person meetings at other DC area locations such as Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling AFB and Reston, VA.  

Primary Responsibilities

• Interface with multiple vendors to achieve a common goal for the customer
• Work with clients, User Experience Designers and Business Analysts to develop the overall look and design
• Produce, maintain and modify user interfaces
• Incorporate applications, graphics, audio and video clips into websites
• Create tools that enhance the user’s experience
• Ensure websites are accessible across many platforms, including laptops and tablets

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT or related discipline. Years of experience may be used in lieu of a degree.
• At least 5 years of related development experience
• Progressive knowledge in the Agile software development lifecycle
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams

Security Clearance

• Candidates must already possess an active TS/SCI clearance. 
• Candidates must be willing to obtain and maintain a polygraph.
• US Citizenship is required due to the nature of the government contracts we support.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of software development lifecycle
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional work teams toward task completion
• Demonstrated effective leadership and analytical skills
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills are a must
• General PC knowledge including Microsoft Office expert level knowledge of Excel, working Knowledge of Access
• Willingness to travel to client sites
   

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 45,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022.  For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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Commitment to Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.