UI/UX Designer

Fairfax, VA 22030

Posted: 04/10/2026 Industry: IT Job Number: 54835

Job Description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a creative and skilled UI Designer/Developer with a strong background in CSS3, HTML5, and Figma. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating visually stunning, user-friendly, and responsive web interfaces. You will work closely with our development and design teams to bring intuitive user experiences to life.

Must-Haves
  • Product & UX Fundamentals
    • Can handle complex, data-heavy interfaces (maps, dashboards, feeds)
    • Strong interaction design:
      • States (loading, error, empty, live)
      • Multi-step workflows
      • Real-time data behavior
  • Complex System Experience
    • Has designed multi-feature or multi-app platforms (not just simple apps)
    • Can simplify complex workflows without losing functionality
    • Thinks in end-to-end user flows, not just screens
  • Design Systems & Consistency
    • Can build and enforce a design system across multiple apps
    • Experience with component libraries (e.g., Material UI)
    • Ensures consistent UX across the entire platform
  • Execution & Collaboration
    • Works fast without sacrificing clarity
    • Produces developer-ready designs
    • Communicates clearly with engineers
    • Comfortable in Agile / fast-moving teams
  • Senior-Level Thinking
    • Asks “why” before designing
    • Pushes back when something doesn’t make sense
    • Understands tradeoffs (speed vs usability, power vs simplicity)
    • Can take vague and ambiguous ideas and turn them into structured designs
    • Demonstrates problem? solution thinking
    • Explains decisions clearly
    • Comfortable with ambiguity and changing requirements
    • Direct communicator
    • Takes ownership like a product partner




Nice-to-Haves
  • Advanced / Domain Experience
    • Experience designing full applications from scratch.
    • Experience with geospatial tools (e.g., Cesium, Mapbox)
    • Background in:
      • Military / defense systems
      • Real-time or mission-critical platforms
    • Experience designing:
      • Messaging systems (chat, threading)
      • Cross-app workflows (e.g., chat, map, media)
    • Experience with:
      • AI/agent interfaces
      • Data analysis or intelligence tools
Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.

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About Fairfax, VA

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