Government and Public Sector - Technology Consulting - UI UX Manager

Government and Public Sector - Technology Consulting - UI UX Manager Location : McLean

Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements.Other locations : Primary Location OnlyDate : Feb 8, 2025Requisition ID : 1568119At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.From strategy to execution, the Government and Public Sector practice of Ernst & Young provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help our Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation.The opportunityYou will help our U.S. government defense clients navigate the complex world of modern data engineering and analytics by leading product development teams. We’ll look to you to provide our clients with a unique business perspective on how to build tools that can transform and improve their entire organization – starting with key business issues they face. This is a high growth, high visibility area with plenty of opportunities to enhance your skillset and build your career.Our UI / UX Lead opportunity requires skills in design, development, deployment, and maintenance of new and innovative solutions. You will be leading UI / UX efforts on our product development teams, working in tandem with product managers to help teams ideate on the art of the possible while setting realistic expectations. The role will focus on EY’s U.S. government defense clients to deliver professional services and manage business development activities.Your key responsibilitiesYou’ll spend most of your time working with our product development teams to deliver custom software development solutions that tackle frontline mission priorities.Also included : Lead, manage, and mentor mid-level and junior UI / UX developers to implement UI / UX best practices and experiences for new and existing applications.Work with functional and product leads to understand client and end user needs.Foster relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels. Consistently deliver quality client services. Drive high-quality work products within expected timeframes and on budget. Monitor progress, manage risk and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes.Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge. Possess good business acumen. Remain current on new developments in advisory services capabilities and industry knowledge.Skills and attributes for successTechnical ExpertiseDesign Proficiency : Extensive experience in UI / UX design, including user research, wireframing, prototyping, and creating high-fidelity visual designs.User-Centered Design : Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.Leadership and Team ManagementTeam Leadership : Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of UI / UX designers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.Project Management : Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, execute, and deliver complex design projects on time and within budget.Stakeholder Communication : Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders.Problem-Solving and InnovationUser Research and Testing : Expertise in conducting user research, usability testing, and gathering user feedback to inform design decisions.Problem-Solving : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify design issues, evaluate solutions, and implement effective strategies to enhance user experience.A successful Manager will deliver results through : Business requirements gathering : Ability to discuss and determine business problems with leaders of various functional areas within an organization.Enhance User Experience : Lead the design and implementation of user-centered interfaces.Drive Design Excellence : Establish and maintain design standards, guidelines, and best practices.Collaborate Effectively : Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality.Provide Strategic Insights : Translate user research and data analysis into actionable design recommendations.To qualify for the role, you must haveEligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.Bachelor's degree in related field.DoD or government experience preferred.Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in UI / UX design.Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.Proven experience in leading and mentoring a team of UI / UX designers.Engagement leadership experience including managing junior level consulting staff.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Must be comfortable working in-person as needed in the greater Washington, DC area.What we look forWe’re interested in leaders with strong teamwork, work ethic, commitment to continuous improvement and a desire to stay on top of technology trends.What we offerWe offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society.

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