theta.

Senior UX/Human Design Specialist

Baltimore, MD · Senior · Contract

No sponsorship$125k-$140kDetected 142 days ago

UX ResearchWireframingAccessibilityResearchCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

We are seeking a Senior UX/Human Design Specialist to ensure that real user workflows and decision points drive requirements, usability outcomes, and delivery priorities.
You will conduct lightweight research, map decision-centered workflows, prototype solutions, and translate findings into backlog-ready work with clear acceptance criteria, helping delivery teams reduce friction and improve usability, not just "make screens pretty."

Create prototypes/wireframes and collaborate with engineers on implementation.
Support measurement of usability outcomes and iterative improvements Ensure accessibility and usability considerations are integrated into the definition of done.
About theta. theta. is an SBA-Certified 8(a) & HUBZone digital integration and management firm based in Baltimore, MD, working to create a world where tech works for everybody.
Our commitment to be of service, be passionate, and be different drives us to deliver projects that make a significant impact.

8+ years of UX/HCD/human factors experience on complex systems.
Proven ability to run research and translate results into requirements/stories.
Experience designing for constrained environments (accessibility, security, low bandwidth).
U.S. Citizenship required.
Must be able to meet any other requirements for government contracts for which they are hired ( e.g., must reside in the U.S., Security Clearances ) Some of our clients may request or require travel from time to time.

Experience supporting federal or defense software programs.
Experience with mission/operational users (e.g., public safety, emergency ops, defense operations).
Familiarity with accessibility standards and usability metrics.
Experience with multi-system workflows and information-dense interfaces.
If you're excited by fast, iterative delivery, where findings become backlog-ready work and usability improves sprint by sprint, we invite you to join our team at theta.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between the intersection of innovation & technology and practical applications that serve the public interest.

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