User Experience Designer Jobs in Washington, DC

A User Experience (UX) Designer in the technology industry is responsible for enhancing user satisfaction by improving the usability, accessibility, and pleasure provided in the interaction with a product. They work closely with product teams and stakeholders to understand the goals and objectives of the product, conducting user and market research, designing wireframes, prototypes, and mockups, and testing designs through user testing. They play a crucial role in ensuring that the product meets the users' needs in the most effective and enjoyable way.

Essential skills required for a UX Designer include proficiency in design software like Adobe XD or Sketch, knowledge of wireframing and prototyping, UX writing, visual communication, interaction design, and information architecture. They also need strong problem-solving skills, empathy for users, and the ability to work in cross-functional teams. Certifications like Certified User Experience Designer, Interaction Design Foundation Certification, or a UX Design Certification from General Assembly can enhance a candidate's credibility. Prior to becoming a UX Designer, one might have roles such as a Graphic Designer, Web Designer, or User Interface (UI) Designer.

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Lead UX Designer GenAI Experiences

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 days ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 days ago

Experience designing for cross channel experiences Comfortable working with a variety of business partners and delivering outcomes Familiarity with design and prototyping tools, such as Sketch and/or Figma...

Principal Associate, UX/UI Designer - EPX.xd

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 days ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Designing for cross-channel experiences Comfortable working with Product and Tech partners Familiarity with design and prototyping tools, such as: Adobe Products, Sketch and/or Figma...

UI/UX Designer - Senior Associate - Audit.xd

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 days ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 days ago

following: data visualization design, graphic design, user interface design 3+ years collaborating with cross-functional teams 2+ years designing and delivering user interfaces 2+ years of experience with Figma...

Lead Product Designer, Manager level

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • moments ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • moments ago

Basic Qualifications At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role At least 6 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications Experience working...

Senior Staff Product Designer

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 hour ago

Mastery of Figma and prototyping, including video prototyping. Impeccable visual and interaction design skills....

Product Designer

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 hour ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 hour ago

Research with foundational understanding of user-centered design methodologies Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Human-Centered Design (HCD), Product Design, UX Design,...

Staff Product Designer, Audio & Video

  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours ago

Mastery of best UX design practices, including usability principles, user research methodologies and testing techniques. Solid understanding of mobile and web technologies....

Senior UX/UI Designer

  • Chevy Chase, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 13 hours ago

Collaborates with customers, engineers, and product management to determine design requirements, create mockups, user workflows, conduct user research, and provide feedback....

UI/UX Developer

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

We are currently seeking a Software Engineer with a strong focus on front-end development and data visualization to build user-centric tools that empower cyber operators and mission planners....

UI/UX Developer

  • Annapolis Junction, MD (20 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Annapolis Junction, MD (20 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

We are currently seeking a Software Engineer with a strong focus on front-end development and data visualization to build user-centric tools that empower cyber operators and mission planners....

Senior UX Engineer

  • Chantilly, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

testing Effective interaction design skills, including animations and motion design Ability to receive feedback and navigate ambiguity with confidence...

Sr. UX Designer, Global Procurement and Payroll Products

  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Key job responsibilities Lead end-to-end UX design products, from research to high-fidelity designs and release. Support user research and usability testing to understand the needs of customers....

Principal Associate UX Designer, Platform - Capital One Software

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago

design skills Experience in B2B or working on complex workflows and products Experience working with Product and Tech partners Familiarity with design and prototyping tools, such as Figma, Sketch,...

Digital Marketing UX Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

1-15 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | Repetitive Hand Action: Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66% **Audio Visual Needs** - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%|...

Senior Product Designer, Growth and Experimentation

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago

research and usability testing to gather insights and validate design decisions, ensuring a user-centric approach in all experiments Create high-fidelity design deliverables, including wireframes,...

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User Experience Designer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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User Experience Nanodegree Program
The UX Fundamentals & Design Research program teaches the core principles of human-centered design, including scoping a design problem, conducting in-depth interviews, creating quantitative...
Video Clip: What is User Experience?
Learn about User Experience with this clip from the UX/UI Boot Camp. Welcome to the Video Clip: What is User Experience? This course consists of a short, 3 minute video clip taken from UX/UI Boot...
Cert Prep: Salesforce User Experience Designer
Prepare for the Salesforce UX Designer exam with study scenarios, flashcards, and modules. Sharpen your design skills to pass the certification. This module includes the following lessons: Get...

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Salary for User Experience Designer Jobs in Washington, DC

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Highest Education Level

User Experience Designers in Washington, DC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.0%
Master's Degree
35.9%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
5.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.6%
High School or GED
1.9%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%



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