Aperio Global · 13 hours ago
UI / UX Developer TS SCI + Poly
McLean VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expAperio Global is helping shape the future of spatial intelligence, empowering decision-makers with crucial insights. They are seeking a seasoned UI/UX Designer to drive human-centered design for mission-critical government applications, owning the entire design process from user research to final delivery.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cyber Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and execute research initiatives including user interviews, usability studies, and feedback sessions with analysts, subject matter experts, managers, and data scientists
Transform research into personas, journey maps, workflow diagrams, and actionable design recommendations
Communicate findings effectively to gain stakeholder alignment in government contexts
Maintain ethical research practices suitable for classified and sensitive environments
Drive UX and UI for high-impact, complex applications
Build and evolve design systems and component libraries alongside engineering
Establish scalable interaction patterns and design standards across product suites
Develop service blueprints and experience maps to align cross-functional efforts
Create interactive prototypes in Figma, Adobe XD, or similar tools to test concepts and validate flows
Deliver polished, accessible UI designs with strong visual consistency
Meet WCAG accessibility standards and government design requirements
Document interaction details, design rationale, and interface copy for development teams
Qualification
Required
Active TS/SCI with polygraph required
Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Psychology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years professional UI/UX design experience
Proven track record conducting UX research—not just UI execution
Expert proficiency in Figma, Adobe XD, or equivalent tools
Strong collaboration experience with product and engineering teams
Clear communication of design decisions and research insights to diverse stakeholders
Available for full-time onsite work in McLean, VA
Preferred
Portfolio showcasing UX research methodology and high-quality UI design
Background designing for government or mission-critical systems
Knowledge of WCAG and inclusive design principles
Experience building or maintaining design systems
Understanding of modern front-end frameworks and component-based development
Experience designing for data-intensive or analytical workflows
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
(and much more)
Company
Aperio Global
Aperio Global provides professional and innovative cyber security and artificial intelligence solutions.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Earl Stafford, Jr.
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
Washington Business Journal
2025-01-24
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