Senior UX Designer

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Aquia

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Aquia is a digital services firm specializing in cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and compliance automation. Since 2021, the company has generated significant cost savings through cloud services and licensing optimization, improved healthcare investigations via streamlined cloud-based systems, and modernized security processes that have drastically reduced authorization timelines. Aquia aims to secure digital transformation efforts for government agencies by providing innovative solutions in cloud security, DevSecOps, governance, risk, and compliance.

Cybersecurity • Cloud Security • cATO • Application Security • Security Automation

51 - 200 employees

Founded 2021

🔒 Cybersecurity

☁️ SaaS

🏛️ Government

📋 Description

•Aquia is seeking a Senior UX Designer to join a cross-functional agile team working to improve the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) digital disability benefits experience. •This role is a key contributor to the VA Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) Benefits Portfolio and will shape intuitive, accessible, and equitable experiences that help Veterans navigate complex application processes with confidence. •You will be responsible for delivering human-centered, research-informed design solutions that support both Veteran outcomes and VA employee workflows. •This is a remote position requiring U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a security clearance.

🎯 Requirements

•5+ years of experience in UX, product, or service design for complex, user-facing digital applications. •Expertise in human-centered design, interaction design, and usability best practices. •Strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design process, including research synthesis and accessible, production-ready designs. •Experience designing for accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1, Section 508) and inclusive design principles. •Familiarity with Figma, Mural, user testing frameworks, and collaborative agile tools like GitHub and Slack. •Proven ability to communicate design rationale clearly and advocate for user needs in cross-functional settings. •Empathy for Veterans and a strong commitment to improving public services through thoughtful design.

🏖️ Benefits

•Premium health care plans (90% employer-paid) •Employee stock plan •100% 401k match (up to IRS annual max) •Generous PTO package •Personal training and development budget