UI/Web Designer

Description
SemanticBits is seeking a talented UI/Web Designer with at least four (4) years of experience in developing web applications. BS in Fine Arts or related field is required.

Responsibilities
  • Designing visually elegant web-based applications that adhere to usability principles
  • Leading user/design specification meetings and devising UI mockups for review by team members and customers
  • Collaborating with technical teams to ensure that web designs and applications meet both client and end user needs
  • Developing fully documented designs of interactive web based applications that can be easily interpreted and implemented by experienced software developers
  • Designing and building web 2.0 style web pages and applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Illustrator, Photoshop and Dreamweaver.
  • Adhering to existing design standards, including Section 508.

Technical Skills
The ideal candidate would have majority of the following skills:
  • Expertise in employing an user-centered approach and have an excellent track record designing web-based applications UI
  • Experience in conducting task analysis, user analysis and usability testing
  • Expertise in Section 508 compliance
  • Expertise in CSS, HTML, JavaScript, Illustrator, Photoshop and Dreamweaver

General Skills
  • Strong problem solving skills with an aptitude for learning and implementing emerging technologies.
  • Good inter-personal, oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic team-oriented environment as well as independently
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment while meeting deadlines
  • Willingness to work extended hours, if necessary, to complete projects according to schedule
  • Must be detail oriented

Job Location
This is a full-time position at our office in Herndon, Virginia.

Salary & Benefits
Base salary based on experience. Generous benefits include: health insurance, dental insurance, education reimbursement and retirement plan.