UI/UX Designer (Remote Opportunity)

About this role

Mind Computing is seeking a fulltime, 100% remote UI/UX Designer to support a project with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The ideal candidate will apply Human Centered Design (HCD) principles to develop and enhance user-centric applications with a strong focus on usability, accessibility, and user experience. The designer should have strong experience in user research, wireframing, prototyping, and cross-functional collaboration, along with a demonstrated ability to design accessible digital experiences and support Section 508 compliance.

The candidate must reside within the continental US.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Business Analysts, developers, testers, and stakeholders to translate business and technical requirements into effective UI/UX solutions.
• Develop research-oriented questions and use indirect user insights to inform design decisions when direct access to users is limited.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes using Figma to communicate design concepts and support development.
• Serve as a UI/UX accessibility subject-matter resource, providing guidance to cross-functional teams on accessible design practices and Section 508 compliance.
• Incorporate accessibility and compliance considerations throughout the design process and prior to production release.
• Review accessibility findings and provide clear, actionable guidance for identifying and remediating Section 508 issues.
• Support accessibility testing, audits, and remediation efforts by reviewing findings, recommending design solutions, and validating corrected implementations.
• Incorporate feedback from developers, testers, stakeholders, and users into iterative design improvements within an Agile delivery environment.
• Contribute to team objectives and take on additional responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field.
• Proven exp...