UX Design Lead - Remote

Overview

The UX Design Lead serves as the senior authority on user experience and design strategy for all digital platforms developed under the Office of Head Start (OHS) contract, ensuring consistent UX practices aligned with program goals.

In Short

• Lead UX vision and design strategy for OHS digital platforms.
• Ensure consistent design patterns and research methodologies.
• Collaborate with teams to align solutions with user needs.
• Conduct user research activities, including usability testing.
• Translate research findings into design recommendations.
• Support UX audits and incorporate findings into updates.
• Enhance user experience across HeadStart.gov and related platforms.
• Ensure compliance with accessibility requirements and federal standards.
• Maintain documentation of research and design standards.
• Participate in agile development cycles and collaborative discussions.

Requirements

• Experience leading UX for large-scale digital platforms.
• Experience with user research and usability testing.
• Knowledge of accessibility and federal digital requirements.
• Experience collaborating with technical and content teams.
• Strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
• Flexible, remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to contribute to a high-impact federal initiative.
• Collaborative environment with visibility on a federal program.