UI/UX Lead Developer at Two Six Technologies

Herndon, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Defense, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Expertise in JavaScript frameworks (Angular, React, TypeScript)
Strong knowledge of UI/UX design principles
Experience in user-centered development
Leadership skills to guide a small UI team, provide technical guidance, and mentorship
Ability to translate intricate user needs and evolving requirements into innovative UI/UX solutions

Responsibilities

Lead the UI team, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and fostering collaboration; act as lead for user engagement
Meet regularly with program leadership and management to discuss project status, roadmaps, and strategic UI/UX initiatives
Work closely with Data and Analytics SME, Solution Architect, and Product Manager to define and refine features, aligning UI/UX with data capabilities and architectural vision
Collaborate with Product to define and refine requirements for UI features, translating high-level concepts into actionable design and development tasks
Proactively engage with users to understand workflows, pain points, and preferences; gather feedback to refine designs and validate solutions
Assist with creation and management of Jira content, workflows, and boards to streamline UI/UX team tasks
Oversee software, visual, and UX design, ensuring consistency, usability, and aesthetic appeal
Develop and enforce UI/UX standards, design rules, and style guides
Lead creation of interactive prototypes and mock-ups to visualize concepts, gather feedback, and iterate
Spearhead development of future UI/UX concepts, anticipating user needs and technological advancements
Analyze and improve current UI/UX workflows and processes for efficiency and user-friendliness
Work with external groups providing core UI components ("plumage") to propose and guide updates

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AngularReactTypeScriptJavaScriptUI/UX DesignUser-Centered Design

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What technical skills are required for the UI/UX Lead Developer role?

Expertise in JavaScript frameworks including Angular, React, and TypeScript is required, along with strong UI/UX design principles and user-centered development.

What leadership responsibilities does this role involve?

You will lead a small UI team, provide technical guidance and mentorship, foster collaboration, and act as the lead for user engagement.

Is this position remote or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this UI/UX Lead Developer position?

A strong candidate has expertise in JavaScript frameworks like Angular, React, and TypeScript, experience leading small teams with mentorship, and skills in user engagement, stakeholder collaboration, and translating user needs into UI/UX solutions.

Two Six Technologies

Provides advanced technology solutions for defense

About Two Six Technologies

Two Six Technologies specializes in providing advanced technological solutions for critical missions, focusing on areas such as cybersecurity, data science, and electronic systems. Their products and services are designed to help U.S. government agencies, including DARPA and U.S. Cyber Command, defend networks and address advanced threats. The company operates on a project-based model, creating custom solutions tailored to the specific needs of their clients, which allows them to effectively respond to the unique challenges in national security and defense. Unlike many competitors, Two Six Technologies emphasizes rapid innovation and has a strong leadership team with expertise in relevant fields. Their goal is to deliver technological superiority to the United States and its allies through impactful advancements.

Arlington, VirginiaHeadquarters

2021Year Founded

$66MTotal Funding

EARLY_VCCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Government & Public Sector, Cybersecurity, DefenseIndustries

501-1,000Employees