Job Description & Details
The demand for seamless digital government services has never been higher, and Connecticut is leading the charge with a massive push toward user‑centric online experiences. As a UI/UX Designer you’ll get to shape public‑facing portals that millions of residents rely on daily. This remote contract offers a rare chance to blend creative design with accessibility compliance on a statewide scale.
Job Summary
We are seeking a remote UI/UX Designer to partner with cross‑functional teams building Connecticut’s digital government services. You will design, prototype, and iterate web experiences, ensure WCAG compliance, and collaborate in an Agile environment to deliver accessible, user‑focused solutions.
Top 3 Critical Skills Table
| Skill | Why it's critical | Mastery Level |
|---|---|---|
| UI/UX Design & Research | Drives overall user satisfaction and aligns with government accessibility mandates | Senior |
| Prototyping & Wireframing (Figma, Adobe XD) | Enables rapid iteration and stakeholder validation before development | Senior |
| Accessibility (WCAG, A11Y testing) | Ensures legal compliance and inclusive experience for all citizens | Senior |
Interview Preparation
- Can you walk us through your process for creating a high‑fidelity prototype in Figma for a government portal?
What the interviewer is looking for: Understanding of user research, IA mapping, component libraries, and how you iterate based on stakeholder feedback. - How do you ensure your designs meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards?
What the interviewer is looking for: Specific methods, tools (e.g., axe, WAVE), contrast checks, keyboard navigation testing, and documentation practices. - Describe a time you had to balance branding guidelines with accessibility requirements.
What the interviewer is looking for: Problem‑solving, negotiation skills, and concrete examples of design compromises that maintained both brand integrity and compliance. - What is your approach to collaborating with developers using Bootstrap 4 and a component‑based CMS?
What the interviewer is looking for: Knowledge of responsive grid systems, hand‑off tools (Zeplin, Figma), and how you maintain design fidelity during implementation. - How do you incorporate user research and analytics into iterative design cycles in an Agile sprint?
What the interviewer is looking for: Integration of research findings, metrics tracking, sprint planning, and rapid prototyping within Scrum ceremonies.
Resume Optimization
- UI/UX Design
- Wireframing
- Prototyping
- Adobe XD
- Figma
- WCAG compliance
- A11Y testing
- Bootstrap 4
- HTML5
- Agile methodology
Application Strategy
When reaching out to the recruiter, send a concise email that starts with a friendly greeting, attaches your updated resume, and clearly references the role. Highlight your top skills—such as UI/UX design, Figma prototyping, and WCAG accessibility—and mention any relevant projects (e.g., a public‑sector portal you redesigned). Explicitly map your experience to the key requirements listed in the JD to make it easy for the recruiter to see the fit.
Career Roadmap
| Current Role | Typical Experience | Core Focus | Next Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| UI/UX Designer (Entry) | 0‑2 years | Basic UI creation, usability testing | Senior UI/UX Designer |
| Senior UI/UX Designer | 3‑5 years | End‑to‑end design, accessibility leadership | UX Design Lead |
| UX Design Lead | 6‑9 years | Strategy, cross‑functional governance | Director of UX / Digital Services |