ARKA Group
UX Designer (TS/SCI) (Systems Engineer)
ARKA Group, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80012
Position Overview (Summary/Objective):
This position, in either Aurora, CO or Valley Forge, PA, is for a UX Designer looking for new challenging problems. You will be working with our customers and Software/AI teams to design our UIs to meet user needs and improve their overall experience using our tools. Additionally, we have a team of excellent researchers and software developers who are eager to mentor and teach their craft. We have multiple positions available and welcome all experience levels!
Responsibilities:
Our ideal candidate is proficient UX/UI Designer that has previous experience with government mission systems and is passionate about providing a great end user experience for our software. You should possess knowledge of system engineering best practices and apply them to the front end experience.
As a UX Designer, your responsibilities include:Working with our customers to understand their desires, expectations and pain pointsCollaborating with our Software and AI/ML teams to design our UI's to meet customer expectationsUnderstanding, evaluating, and recommending new technologies that can enhance the experience of a software systemBasic Qualifications:
You have an active TS/SCI clearance with a CI polyB.S. in Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design or related fieldMinimum five (5) years of relevant experience as a UX Designer or related experienceProven track record as a UX or UI Designer supporting agile software engineering efforts across the entire lifecycle including design, development, configuration and integration, testing, and delivery to end usersThe ability to perform in depth system engineering activities and then translate those into actionable software development concepts and implementationsEffective cross-organizational communicator with the ability to work well on a team in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and engagement with teamsPreferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to balance technical requirements with business needProficiency with modern design & prototyping toolsAbility to communicate and collaborate with leadership to influence product direction
Pay Range: $110,000 - $170,000
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
The application window will close in 60 days for this position.
Location:
This position is based out of ARKA's nature abundant
Aurora, CO
campus. Being situated at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Aurora provides opportunities to enjoy all the beautiful nature that Colorado has to offer, while also being a 20-minute drive from downtown Denver and 15-minutes to the Denver International Airport.
What We Offer:
Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packagesCompany contributions to qualified HSA accounts401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events13 paid holidaysContinuing education benefit up to $25k/year for approved programsAnnual bonus program based on company and employee performanceCompany paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance4 weeks paid Parental LeaveEmployee assistance program (EAP)
EHS/Environmental Requirements:
This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 40 lbs.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.
ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:
This position requires an active US Government Security Clearance.
Visa Restrictions:
No visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Employment with any of the ARKA Group companies in the US is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.
ARKA Group L.P. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
This position, in either Aurora, CO or Valley Forge, PA, is for a UX Designer looking for new challenging problems. You will be working with our customers and Software/AI teams to design our UIs to meet user needs and improve their overall experience using our tools. Additionally, we have a team of excellent researchers and software developers who are eager to mentor and teach their craft. We have multiple positions available and welcome all experience levels!
Responsibilities:
Our ideal candidate is proficient UX/UI Designer that has previous experience with government mission systems and is passionate about providing a great end user experience for our software. You should possess knowledge of system engineering best practices and apply them to the front end experience.
As a UX Designer, your responsibilities include:Working with our customers to understand their desires, expectations and pain pointsCollaborating with our Software and AI/ML teams to design our UI's to meet customer expectationsUnderstanding, evaluating, and recommending new technologies that can enhance the experience of a software systemBasic Qualifications:
You have an active TS/SCI clearance with a CI polyB.S. in Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design or related fieldMinimum five (5) years of relevant experience as a UX Designer or related experienceProven track record as a UX or UI Designer supporting agile software engineering efforts across the entire lifecycle including design, development, configuration and integration, testing, and delivery to end usersThe ability to perform in depth system engineering activities and then translate those into actionable software development concepts and implementationsEffective cross-organizational communicator with the ability to work well on a team in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and engagement with teamsPreferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to balance technical requirements with business needProficiency with modern design & prototyping toolsAbility to communicate and collaborate with leadership to influence product direction
Pay Range: $110,000 - $170,000
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
The application window will close in 60 days for this position.
Location:
This position is based out of ARKA's nature abundant
Aurora, CO
campus. Being situated at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Aurora provides opportunities to enjoy all the beautiful nature that Colorado has to offer, while also being a 20-minute drive from downtown Denver and 15-minutes to the Denver International Airport.
What We Offer:
Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packagesCompany contributions to qualified HSA accounts401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events13 paid holidaysContinuing education benefit up to $25k/year for approved programsAnnual bonus program based on company and employee performanceCompany paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance4 weeks paid Parental LeaveEmployee assistance program (EAP)
EHS/Environmental Requirements:
This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 40 lbs.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.
ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:
This position requires an active US Government Security Clearance.
Visa Restrictions:
No visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Employment with any of the ARKA Group companies in the US is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.
ARKA Group L.P. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)