Aperio Global are hiring a
UI / UX Developer TS SCI + Poly
Aperio Global is helping shape the future of spatial intelligence—empowering decision-makers and operators with the insight they need to understand whats happening now and anticipate what comes next.
Join a mission that matters. Shape the future, build transformative solutions, and make a real impact.
Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with polygraph required. Candidates without current clearance will not be considered. Employment is contingent on clearance verification.
Were looking for a seasoned UI/UX Designer to drive human-centered design for mission-critical government applications. Youll own the entire design process—from user research and strategy through prototyping and final delivery.
The right candidate combines strong UX research capabilities with exceptional visual design skills and thrives working within government program constraints. Youll partner with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to create intuitive, accessible interfaces grounded in validated user needs.
What Youll Do:
User Research & Analysis - 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.
UX Strategy & Design Systems. 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.
UI Design & Prototyping.
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.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors 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 Qualifications:
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.
113-188 Dependent on experience level.
Benefits
At Aperio Global, we understand the value of investing in our most important asset—our employees. Thats why we have crafted a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you make the best decision for yourself, your family and your lifestyle. For additional details, contact our talent acquisition team.
- 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)
Aperio Global is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without discrimination or harassment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We adhere to all legal requirements prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
