UI/UX SME

T-Rex Solutions is seeking a highly experienced UI/UX SME to lead the user experience and interface design efforts for a large-scale enterprise Case Management System (CMS) modernization initiative supporting our DOD customer. This CMS, deployed on Amazon Web Services (AWS), will replace a mission-critical legacy system currently in use. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in user-centered design, federal digital standards (e.g., Section 508, U.S. Web Design System - USWDS), and experience building accessible, scalable, and intuitive interfaces within secure cloud environments.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the UI/UX design and development SME for a multi-disciplinary Agile development team modernizing a legacy federal case management platform.
• Design UX for new application including flow, required UI elements, compliance standards such as 508 compliance, and process design.
• Conduct user requirements gathering sessions to understand user requirements for application, fill out user persona data, understand pain points, etc. 
• Lead and participate in user research, usability testing, and stakeholder interviews to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups that reflect user needs and federal design standards.
• Collaborate with business analysts, developers, product owners, and end users to ensure user-centered solutions are aligned with technical and functional requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Section 508, USWDS, and agency-specific branding or accessibility standards.
• Provide expert guidance on interaction design, information architecture, and design systems for consistent user experience across the CMS.
• Design and document reusable UI components and front-end patterns for long-term maintainability and scalability.
• Conduct regular design reviews  to ensure quality and adherence to best practices.
• Support deployment, testing, and enhancement phases on AWS, ensuring UI elements perform well across environments.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Graphic Design or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in UI/UX design for complex web applications.
• Experience designing for and working within federal government IT environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in user research, wireframing, prototyping, and using design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Experience with Section 508 compliance and accessibility testing tools (e.g., Axe, WAVE).
• Familiarity with the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) and Design Systems methodologies.
• Proven experience with Agile/Scrum development environments.
• Experience with version control (e.g., Git), CI/CD pipelines, and integration with backend services via APIs.
• Strong understanding of designing within a cloud-native architecture, especially on AWS
• US citizenship required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Tier 1 DoD security clearance. A current DoD Public Trust clearance is desirable

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of enterprise Case Management Systems, workflows, and associated data design.
• Experience migrating or redesigning legacy federal systems into modern digital platforms.
• Familiarity with security practices for government web applications.

T-Rex Overview

Established in 1999, T-Rex Solutions, LLC is a proven mid-tier business providing data-centric mission services to the Federal government as it increasingly tries to secure and leverage the power of data. We design, integrate, secure, and deploy advanced technical solutions for our customers so they can efficiently fulfill their critical objectives. T-Rex offers both IT and professional services to numerous Federal agencies and is a leader in providing high quality and innovative solutions in the areas of Cloud and Infrastructure Services, Cyber Security, and Big Data Engineering.

T-Rex is constantly seeking qualified people to join our growing team. We have built a broad client base through our devotion to delivering quality products and customer service, and to do that we need quality individuals. But more than that, we at T-Rex are committed to creating a culture that supports the development of every employee's personal and professional lives. T-Rex has made a commitment to maintain the status of an industry leader in compensation packages and benefits which includes competitive salaries, performance bonuses, training and educational reimbursement, Transamerica 401(k) and Cigna healthcare benefits.

T-Rex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

In compliance with pay transparency guidelines, the annual base salary range for this position is $135,000 - $200,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. T-Rex considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

T-Rex offers a diverse and collaborative work environment, exciting opportunities for professional growth, and generous benefits, including: PTO available to use immediately upon joining (prorated based on start date), paid parental leave, individual and family health, vision, and dental benefits, annual budget for training, professional development and tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan with company match fully vested after 60 days of employment among other benefits.