[Hiring] Junior UI/UX Designer @Mind Computing

Role Description

Mind Computing is seeking a fulltime, 100% remote Junior UI/UX Designer to join a team supporting a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) project. The ideal candidate will apply Human-Centered Design (HCD) principles to develop and enhance user-centric applications that prioritize usability, accessibility, and high availability.

• Collaborate with Business Analysts, developers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into intuitive design solutions.
• Design wireframes, mockups, and prototypes using tools such as Figma to communicate design intent.
• Translate complex workflows into user-friendly, accessible interfaces.
• Contribute to and maintain design systems, UI patterns, and documentation.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and analysis to inform design decisions.
• Formulate research-driven questions to support indirect user discovery when direct access is limited.
• Synthesize research insights into actionable design improvements.
• Design applications in alignment with Section 508 accessibility standards and best practices.
• Serve as a resource for accessibility guidance across teams, including developers and testers.
• Support accessibility testing, audits, and remediation efforts.
• Translate accessibility requirements and findings into clear, actionable guidance.
• Work within Agile teams, incorporating iterative feedback from stakeholders and developers.
• Additional tasks as needed to support project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, HCI, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of proven experience as a UI/UX Designer with a strong portfolio showcasing user-centered and accessible design work.
• Strong understanding of Human-Centered Design (HCD) principles.
• Demonstrated experience designing accessible interfaces and supporting Section 508 compliance.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and translate user needs into effective design solutions.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma.
• Experience working in Agile environments with iterative development cycles.

Requirements

• Familiarity with VA Digital Service guidelines and USWDS (U.S. Web Design System).
• Experience supporting federal or government projects (VA, DHA, HHS, etc.).
• Knowledge of design systems, design tokens, and scalable UI frameworks.
• Experience with additional tools such as Axure, Miro, Mural, Jira, or Confluence.
• Experience supporting accessibility audits, testing, or remediation efforts.
• Experience with SAFe/Agile.
• Ability to obtain government clearance.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• PTO + Federal Holidays
• Corporate Laptop
• Training opportunities
• 401(k) with employer match
• Remote work options