UX Designer

Summary

Second Front Systems is a public-benefit software company powering secure software development and deployment across government and regulated networks. The UX Designer will design user interfaces and workflows for classified defense operations, conduct research with operators and software providers, and translate complex technical and compliance requirements into intuitive experiences. The role partners with product managers and engineers to prototype, test, and deliver accessible designs for deployment, configuration, and accreditation workflows.

Responsibilities

• Drive prompt-to-prototype workflows using Claude Design and Claude Code to translate user needs and technical requirements into functional prototypes and high-fidelity interfaces
• Partner in rapid feedback loops with engineering teams to build, test, and refine interactive prototypes and production features leveraging AI tools
• Own the end-to-end user experience for deployment, configuration, and accreditation workflows within the customer application
• Translate complex compliance and technical requirements into intuitive, accessible user journeys in collaboration with product managers and domain experts
• Conduct user research with commercial software providers through interviews, usability testing, and surveys to uncover pain points and validate design directions
• Maintain and scale the design system to ensure visual quality, accessibility, and interaction consistency across iteration cycles
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the product lifecycle, balancing user needs against technical feasibility and speed

Skills

• Note: Candidates must reside in one of our approved hiring hubs: • DC/Maryland/Virginia • Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, NC • Denver/Colorado Springs, CO • Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
• 3+ years of professional experience as a Product Designer, UX Designer, or UI Designer for complex web applications or SaaS products
• Proven proficiency with Claude Design, Claude Code, and Figma for prompt-to-prototype workflows and design systems
• Demonstrated ability to work synchronously with AI-assisted engineering teams in fast-paced, collaborative agile environments
• Strong portfolio showing design process, problem-solving, and real-world examples of simplifying complex technical workflows into user-friendly applications
• Experience executing user research methodologies and translating feedback into actionable design adjustments
• Solid grounding in information architecture, interaction design, visual hierarchy, and user-centered design principles
• Familiarity with government compliance frameworks such as ATO, FedRAMP, or NIST 800-53 and accreditation workflows
• U.S. citizenship required due to government contract requirements

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Note: Candidates must reside in one of our approved hiring hubs: • DC/Maryland/Virginia • Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, NC • Denver/Colorado Springs, CO • Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
• 3+ years of professional experience as a Product Designer, UX Designer, or UI Designer for complex web applications or SaaS products
• Proven proficiency with Claude Design, Claude Code, and Figma for prompt-to-prototype workflows and design systems
• Demonstrated ability to work synchronously with AI-assisted engineering teams in fast-paced, collaborative agile environments
• Strong portfolio showing design process, problem-solving, and real-world examples of simplifying complex technical workflows into user-friendly applications
• Experience executing user research methodologies and translating feedback into actionable design adjustments
• Solid grounding in information architecture, interaction design, visual hierarchy, and user-centered design principles
• Familiarity with government compliance frameworks such as ATO, FedRAMP, or NIST 800-53 and accreditation workflows
• U.S. citizenship required due to government contract requirements

Benefits

• Potential eligibility for equity awards
• Discretionary bonuses
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) with a 3% company contribution
• Comprehensive wellness benefits, including a One Medical membership, mental health resources, family planning support, and more
• Equity incentive plan
• New hire technology and home office stipend
• Annual professional development stipend
• Flexible paid time off, plus all federal holidays
• Generous parental leave
• Flexible remote work opportunities
• Employee referral bonus program