UX/UI Designer - NATO Innovation Hub

Job Description

Job Description

UX/UI Designer – NATO Innovation Hub

Location: Norfolk, Virginia
Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Role Overview
NATO’s iHub in Norfolk, Virginia, is actively seeking a talented UX/UI Designer to contribute to the development of cutting-edge digital tools that support NATO’s mission of enhancing collaboration and operational efficiency. This role involves the end-to-end design of user experiences, from concept to execution, focusing on the specific needs of defense and international users. As a UX/UI Designer, you’ll be integral to NATO’s digital transformation, helping design interfaces that are intuitive, secure, and optimized for NATO personnel and partners.

Key Responsibilities

• User-Centered Design: Conduct user research to understand and translate NATO-specific needs into effective UX/UI solutions that support the mission’s unique operational requirements.
• Prototyping and Wireframing: Develop wireframes, mockups, and prototypes that align with NATO’s design standards and are tailored to the needs of multinational users in secure environments.
• Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to integrate user-centric designs into NATO’s systems and applications.
• Brand and Consistency Standards: Ensure all design elements are consistent with NATO branding guidelines and maintain usability across various devices, with attention to accessibility standards.
• Iterative Improvement: Continuously refine and optimize UX/UI designs based on user feedback, testing results, and new technology trends relevant to defense and multinational collaboration.
• Security & Compliance: Incorporate best practices for secure interface design, ensuring data privacy and protection in all UX/UI elements.

Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Web Design and Development, Digital Media Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field. Master’s degree or specialized UX/UI certifications are advantageous.
• Experience: 5+ years in UX/UI design, preferably within multinational organizations or secure environments. Experience with defense or governmental applications is highly desirable.
• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in tools like Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and usability testing platforms. Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript is beneficial.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail, adaptability, and a passion for collaborative, mission-focused design.
• Clearance Requirement: active Secret clearance

Why Join Us?
This position offers a unique opportunity to innovate and drive NATO’s digital user experience. Join a team of international professionals dedicated to designing secure, impactful solutions that contribute to NATO’s global peacekeeping and defense initiatives. NATO provides a supportive environment with opportunities for career growth, training, and development in an unparalleled, multinational setting.
Apply today to play a role in shaping the future of NATO’s digital landscape!

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