Design Thinking​/User Experience; UX Analyst

Design Thinking / User Experience (UX) Analyst

Location: Hybrid (60% Bethesda, MD; 40% remote)

About the Company:

EMI Solution is seeking a Design Thinking / User Experience Analyst who can apply innovative human-centered design to the user interfaces and overall experiences of our advanced analytics, visualizations, and application solutions.

The Analyst will be a key member of EMI’s advanced analytics and visualization team, which assists our Federal and commercial clients in creating clarity across highly complex operations. The ideal candidate will be an analytical and creative designer who can grasp user needs and solve problems with minimal supervision. The Analyst will collaborate closely with data visualization analysts, data scientists, developers, business owners, and senior leaders in developing more user-friendly and intuitive solutions to attract and delight our clients.

About the Role:

EMI is seeking a Design Thinking / User Experience Senior Analyst who can apply innovative cognitive thinking to the user interfaces and overall experiences of our advanced analytics, visualizations, and application solutions.

This Analyst will be a key member of EMI’s advanced analytics and visualization team, which is responsible for assisting our Federal and commercial clients in creating clarity across highly complex operations. This will include collaborating closely with data visualization analysts, data scientists, developers, business owners and senior leaders to develop innovative solutions to complex design challenges that result in exceptional user experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create wireframes and prototypes for data dashboards and analytics tools in close collaboration with data analysts.
• Build user interface (UI) and visual guidelines for implementation by developers leveraging UI libraries such as Google Material Design or React MUI.
• Design in varied contexts from pen and paper sketching to high fidelity tools such as Figma or Sketch to low code environments.
• Contribute to user experience (UX) initiatives with assignments across various work streams and domains.
• Conduct primary and secondary research for the development of UX recommendations.
• Stay current on emerging research, industry, and technology trends related to design thinking and/or data visualization.
• Act in a consultative and advisory role to various levels and functions within EMI and with Federal and commercial customers.
• Apply ‘solutions-minded systems thinking’ and Lean Six Sigma methodologies throughout projects.
• Own the scope and timeline for assigned projects and communicate statuses within the team and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Cognitive Science, Human Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Design and/or the equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in UX engineering, UX design, or UX Research.
• Deep knowledge of UX best practices.
• High degree of creative problem solving from big picture to little details, with the ability to move nimbly between strategy and execution.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects with minimal direction.
• Intermediate knowledge of design tools such as Figma, Sketch, and/or Adobe Suite.
• Interest in data visualization or information design.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and principles (Scrum, XP, Lean).
• Advanced communication skills, with a strong ability to synthesize and communicate ideas visually, verbally, and in writing.
• Great attention to detail and problem-solving aptitude.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to commute to the DC Metro area.
• A quiet and stable environment to make and receive calls and other communications when working remotely.
• U.S. Citizenship and authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to hold a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
• Ability to travel by car, train, or plane; anticipated less than 5% annually.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications in User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, or Design Thinking
• Master’s degree in Cognitive Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, and/or Design.
• Experience with data visualization…