UX Designer

RIVA Solutions, Inc.

Alexandria, VA

Description
Title: UX Designer
Location: Alexandria, VA – Onsite (National Science Foundation)
Terms: Full-time
Clearance: U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Security Clearance
Travel: 0–10%
RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY.
That’s RIVA. Our employee-first approach has manifested a culture that attracts the best and brightest. By investing in people first and providing a flexible work environment, our employees have higher morale, higher productivity rates, and lower turnover. At RIVA, people are our #1 priority.
Program Overview
RIVA Solutions supports the National Science Foundation’s Office of Legislative and Public Affairs (OLPA) by delivering high-quality writing, editing, and content development services that communicate complex scientific topics to diverse audiences. This work spans speeches, congressional testimony, web content, printed publications, digital campaigns, scripts, and multi-channel communication products that advance NSF’s mission and scientific impact.
RIVA’s support ensures that OLPA maintains clear, accurate, accessible, and compelling messaging aligned with federal communication standards, including the Plain Writing Act and Section 508 accessibility requirements.
Position Overview
RIVA Solutions is seeking a UX Designer to support the design and optimization of digital experiences for OLPA web platforms and digital communication products. This role focuses on ensuring that user experiences are intuitive, accessible, and aligned with both user needs and federal usability standards.
The UX Designer works closely with content strategists, writers, graphic designers, and developers to translate complex information into clear, user-centered digital experiences for diverse audiences, including policymakers, researchers, media, and the public.
Core Responsibilities
Design user-centered experiences for websites, digital publications, and online tools
Conduct user research, usability testing, and stakeholder interviews to inform design decisions
Develop user journeys, wireframes, prototypes, and interaction flows
Translate content and communication goals into intuitive navigation structures and layouts
Collaborate with content, design, and development teams to implement UX best practices
Ensure all designs comply with Section 508 accessibility standards and usability guidelines
Support iterative design improvements based on user feedback and analytics
Document UX standards, patterns, and recommendations for consistency across platforms
Provide UX guidance for new features, content updates, and digital initiatives
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in User Experience Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Design, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Professional experience designing UX for websites or digital platforms
Experience producing wireframes, prototypes, and user flows
Familiarity with usability testing and user research methodologies
Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirements
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting federal agencies or public-sector digital platforms
Experience working with content-heavy or information-rich websites
Familiarity with tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar
Experience collaborating with developers in implementation phases
Salary Range
Up to $120,000 per year, based on experience
RIVA Benefits
Paid Time Off / Sick Leave
Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Life Insurance
Retirement Benefits / 401K with company matching
HSA/FSA Spending Accounts
Long- and Short-term Disability
Pet Insurance
Wellness Program Initiatives
RIVA Flex
Additional Workplace Benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
RIVA Solutions 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, veteran status, or any protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please email [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

Posted 2026-01-16

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