UX Designer with 508 Compliance

Accenture Federal Services

$64,000 - $124,200 / year

Arlington, VAFull-timeOn-siteIntermediate

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Description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

The work:

Design and enhance user interfaces that deliver seamless, intuitive, and consistent user experiences. Develop wireframes, storyboards, prototypes, and user flows based on business requirements, user insights, and accessibility needs. Ensure all digital deliverables meet 508 compliance and align with accessibility best practices. Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders throughout the full design lifecycle, ensuring alignment and feasibility. Conduct usability testing, analyzing findings, and incorporate user feedback into iterative design improvements. Evaluate accessibility using automated and manual testing tools, identifying barriers and recommending solutions. Support the creation and maintenance of design documentation, including style guides, component libraries, and UX specifications. Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to a collaborative, user-centered development environment.

Here's what you need:

2+ years of professional experience along with a strong background in User Experience (UX) design, including user flows, interaction patterns, and usability principles.
Skilled in User Interface (UI) design, with an understanding of layout, visual hierarchy, typography, and responsive design.
Demonstrated knowledge of 508 compliance and accessibility best practices, with the ability to apply them during design and review.
Experience working with design and prototyping tools, such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or InVision.
Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams, collaborating closely with developers, analysts, and product owners.
Solid understanding of user-centered design methodologies, responsive design patterns, and modern UX processes.
Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate design decisions clearly.
MUST be clearable up to Top Secret clearance (active Top Secret highly desired).
Willingness to work onsite in Arlington, VA.

Bonus / Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors Degree strongly desired.
Experience with Pega desired.
Experience with accessibility testing tools such as Axe, WAVE, JAWS, or NVDA.
Knowledge of WCAG accessibility guidelines and remediation techniques.
Advanced proficiency in design tools (Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD).
Experience leading or supporting usability testing sessions and synthesizing research insights.
Professional certification in UX/UI design or related discipline.
Prior experience designing for government, public sector, or regulated environments.

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:

$64,000—$124,200 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.

Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

Requesting An Accommodation

Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.

Other Employment Statements

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

The Company 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. Additionally, 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 Company's legal duty to furnish information.

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About this role

Accenture Federal Services is looking for a UX designer to work on digital products serving US federal government agencies, with a particular focus on accessibility and 508 compliance. You'd spend your time designing interfaces, creating wireframes and prototypes, and collaborating across product, development, and stakeholder teams to ensure seamless user experiences that meet strict accessibility standards. The role involves conducting usability testing, evaluating designs against compliance requirements using both automated and manual tools, and maintaining design systems and documentation in an Agile environment.

To be competitive, you'll need a bachelor's degree and at least two years of professional UX design experience, with demonstrated proficiency in tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD. Strong knowledge of 508 compliance and accessibility best practices is essential—not a nice-to-have. You should be comfortable articulating design decisions to cross-functional teams and understand responsive design and user-centered methodologies. The role requires the ability to obtain a secret clearance.

If you have experience with accessibility testing tools like Axe or WAVE, WCAG guidelines, usability research, or prior work in government or regulated environments, those would strengthen your candidacy. The position is full-time and in-office in Arlington, Virginia, with a salary range of $64,000 to $124,200 depending on location and experience.

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