UX Designer at a defense-focused govtech company designing interfaces for classified military operations, conducting user research with warfighters, and building prototypes using Claude Design/Code and Figma within government compliance frameworks.
Compensation
$120K–$145K / yr
Location
Remote
Work setup
Remote
Seniority
Not specified
Employment
Contract
Experience
3+ years
Category
Design
Posted
Skills
accessibility
agile
ai
claude-code
fedramp
figma
information-architecture
interaction-design
nist
saas
usability-testing
user-research
Must have
3+ years of professional experience as a Product Designer, UX Designer, or UI Designer for complex web applications or SaaS products
Proficiency with Claude Design, Claude Code, and Figma for prompt-to-prototype workflows and design systems
Ability to work synchronously with AI-assisted engineering teams in fast-paced, collaborative agile environments
Strong portfolio showing design process, problem-solving, and examples of simplifying complex technical workflows
Experience executing user research methodologies and translating feedback into actionable design adjustments
Solid grounding in information architecture, interaction design, visual hierarchy, and user-centered design principles
Familiarity with government compliance frameworks such as ATO, FedRAMP, or NIST 800-53 and accreditation workflows
U.S. citizenship required due to government contract requirements
Full description
Second Front Systems is looking for an unusually resourceful, detail-obsessed UX Designer to strengthen our product organization and customer-facing capabilities.
Operating at the intersection of defense technology requirements and software usability, you will be responsible for designing interfaces and workflows for classified defense operations.
You will conduct user research with warfighters and mission operators to validate design decisions, ensuring that systems remain intuitive under operational stress and meet accreditation standards.
We need someone capable of translating complex mission requirements into clear, navigable product experiences; working within security constraints and government certification processes without compromising usability; and collaborating with engineers and product managers to deliver designs that deploy reliably in contested environments.
As a key partner to product leadership, engineering, and end-user communities, you will shape the interface layer that determines warfighter effectiveness and mission success, serving as the voice of operator needs within product decisions.
Note: Candidates must reside in one of our approved hiring hubs:
DC/Maryland/Virginia
Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, NC
Denver/Colorado Springs, CO
Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
What You'll Do
Drive prompt-to-prototype workflows using Claude Design and Claude Code to translate user needs and technical requirements into functional prototypes and high-fidelity interfaces.
Partner in rapid feedback loops with engineering teams to build, test, and refine interactive prototypes and production features leveraging AI tools.
Own the end-to-end user experience for deployment, configuration, and accreditation workflows within the customer application.
Translate complex compliance and technical requirements into intuitive, accessible user journeys in collaboration with product managers and domain experts.
Conduct user research with commercial software providers through interviews, usability testing, and surveys to uncover pain points and validate design directions.
Maintain and scale the design system to ensure visual quality, accessibility, and interaction consistency across iteration cycles.
Champion user-centered design principles throughout the product lifecycle, balancing user needs against technical feasibility and speed.
What You Bring
3+ years of professional experience as a Product Designer, UX Designer, or UI Designer for complex web applications or SaaS products.
Proven proficiency with Claude Design, Claude Code, and Figma for prompt-to-prototype workflows and design systems.
UX Designer at Second Front Systems (Remote) — aijobsearch
Demonstrated ability to work synchronously with AI-assisted engineering teams in fast-paced, collaborative agile environments.
Strong portfolio showing design process, problem-solving, and real-world examples of simplifying complex technical workflows into user-friendly applications.
Experience executing user research methodologies and translating feedback into actionable design adjustments.
Solid grounding in information architecture, interaction design, visual hierarchy, and user-centered design principles.
Familiarity with government compliance frameworks such as ATO, FedRAMP, or NIST 800-53 and accreditation workflows.
U.S. citizenship required due to government contract requirements.
Preferred
The base salary for this position will fall between $120,000 and $145,000. Your ultimate compensation will be determined by professional background, technical proficiency, seniority, and regional cost factors. Furthermore, this opportunity includes potential eligibility for equity awards and discretionary bonuses, rounding out a comprehensive total rewards offering.
Success at 2F Looks Like:
A proactive and solutions oriented mindset
Viewing obstacles as opportunities for growth
Having a bias toward action and tangible, measurable results
Being team-oriented with a focus on personal responsibility and autonomy
Perks & Benefits:
This role is a full time position. As a public benefit corporation, we’re a team of purpose-driven trailblazers transforming the future of U.S. national security. We hire the best to do their best and, as such, we are committed to providing the perks and benefits you need to be successful—both in- and outside the workplace.
Perks of Joining Our Team:
Competitive salary
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
401(k) with a 3% company contribution
Comprehensive wellness benefits, including a One Medical membership, mental health resources, family planning support, and more
Equity incentive plan
New hire technology and home office stipend
Annual professional development stipend
Flexible paid time off, plus all federal holidays
Generous parental leave
Flexible remote work opportunities
Employee referral bonus program
Visit our careers page to learn more.
Who We Are:
Second Front Systems (2F) is a public-benefit software company powering software for the free world. We eliminate the friction that slows innovation, enabling faster, more secure development and deployment of software across government and regulated networks. Built by national security veterans and backed by top-tier venture capital, our platform is trusted by the world’s leading organizations to cut deployment timelines from years to weeks. We move fast, solve hard problems, and deliver trusted capabilities where they’re needed most. Our work strengthens global security and gives the United States and its allies a lasting competitive advantage. Learn more at .
One last thing:
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Are you ready to join our team:
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