User Experience Designer Jobs in Virginia

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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Product Designer - Principal Associate

  • Richmond, VA
  • 26 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 26 days ago

Basic Qualifications At least 3 years of experience in a Product Design role At least 3 years of experience with design and prototyping tools, such as Figma Preferred Qualifications At least 4 years...

UX/UI Designer

  • Winchester, VA
  • 29 days ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 29 days ago

Solid understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices. Minimum of 5-8 years' experience Knowledge of responsive design and mobile-first development....

Sr UX/UI Designer

  • Winchester, VA
  • 29 days ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 29 days ago

Solid understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices. Minimum of 10yrs years' experience Knowledge of responsive design and mobile-first development....

Lead Product Designer, Manager level

  • Richmond, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 60+ days 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...

User Experience Designer - Lead

  • McLean, VA
  • 3 hours ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 3 hours ago

This is a temporary 90-day replacement for Sandra Galvagny who is hitting tenure limit, taking 90 days off, then returning. 100% remote OK

Remote Work

UX/UI Designer

  • McLean, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 12 hours ago

/UI design skills Experience in Sketch, InVision, Adobe Design Suite, or other design software Knowledge of human computer interaction and usability design principles Strong experience and knowledge...

UX/UI Designer (North America)

  • Ashburn, VA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 16 hours ago

This role traverses all UX and UI design disciplines, including user journey mapping, mind mapping and discovery, lexicon definition and content writing, usability testing and user research, UI layout...

Senior UX Designer, GREF Global Product

  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead end-to-end UX design for Amazons digital workplace experience....

Web Designer/Developer

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 2 days ago

Overview VTG is looking for a Web Designer/Developer in Chantilly VA. What will you do? The Web Designer/Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and refining a variety of internal and...

Senior Product Designer

  • Reston, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 4 days ago

A commitment to inclusive, ethical, and user-centered design, with the ability to write and test content using plain language principles....

Remote Work

UX/UI Designer

  • McLean, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 4 days ago

Work closely with UI developers to insure seamless implementation of UX/UI design. Conduct user research, usability testing and analyze feedback to improve design decision....

UI/UX Developer

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 4 days ago

) Design/Develop test harness user interface (UI) Document use case and process Ensure user has an intuitive interaction with the system and can interpret what is presented to make decisions Advise...

Web Designer

  • Stafford, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Stafford, VA
  • 5 days ago

Title: Web Designer (SharePoint) Location: Stafford, VA/ Quantico, VA Status: Full Time Position Clearance: Top Secret Yakshna Solutions, Inc., (YSI) is a CMMI Level 3 assessed, ISO 9001, 20000:1,...

Product Designer

  • VA
  • 5 days ago
  • VA
  • 5 days ago

Conduct user research, including interviews, usability testing, and surveys, translating data into actionable insights....

Product Designer

  • Reston, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 5 days ago

Conduct user research, including interviews, usability testing, and surveys, translating data into actionable insights....

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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 Virginia

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Highest Education Level

User Experience Designers in Virginia 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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