Junior UI/UX Designer

Mind Computing

Junior UI/UX Designer at Mind Computing focusing on user-centric design for VA projects and applications. Collaborating within Agile teams under HCD principles and Section 508 compliance.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Axure

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with Business Analysts, developers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into intuitive design solutions.
Design wireframes, mockups, and prototypes using tools such as Figma to communicate design intent.
Translate complex workflows into user-friendly, accessible interfaces.
Contribute to and maintain design systems, UI patterns, and documentation.
Conduct user research, usability testing, and analysis to inform design decisions.
Formulate research-driven questions to support indirect user discovery when direct access is limited.
Synthesize research insights into actionable design improvements.
Design applications in alignment with Section 508 accessibility standards and best practices.
Serve as a resource for accessibility guidance across teams, including developers and testers.
Support accessibility testing, audits, and remediation efforts.
Translate accessibility requirements and findings into clear, actionable guidance.
Work within Agile teams, incorporating iterative feedback from stakeholders and developers.
Additional tasks as needed to support project success.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, HCI, or related field
Minimum of 2 years of proven experience as a UI/UX Designer with a strong portfolio showcasing user-centered and accessible design work
Strong understanding of Human-Centered Design (HCD) principles
Demonstrated experience designing accessible interfaces and supporting Section 508 compliance
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and translate user needs into effective design solutions
Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma
Experience working in Agile environments with iterative development cycles
Familiarity with VA Digital Service guidelines and USWDS (U.S. Web Design System)
Experience supporting federal or government projects (VA, DHA, HHS, etc.)
Knowledge of design systems, design tokens, and scalable UI frameworks
Experience with additional tools such as Axure, Miro, Mural, Jira, or Confluence
Experience supporting accessibility audits, testing, or remediation efforts
Experience with SAFe/Agile
Ability to obtain government clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Dental/Vision
PTO + Federal Holidays
Corporate Laptop
Training opportunities
401(k) with employer match
Remote work options

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Hard Skills & Tools

UI/UX DesignHuman-Centered DesignAccessibility DesignPrototypingWireframingUsability TestingDesign SystemsSection 508 ComplianceDesign TokensScalable UI Frameworks

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationResearchProblem SolvingCross-Functional TeamworkUser-Centered DesignIterative FeedbackAdaptabilityAnalytical ThinkingResourcefulness