Lead UX/UI Systems Designer
Shiro Technologies LLC
Washington, DCPosted April 9, 2026
ContractOn-siteMid-level
Required Skills
UXUIDesignSystemsFigmaFigJamJiraConfluenceFrontendResearchPrototypingAccessibilityAgileStakeholderManagementEnterpriseApplicationsUsabilityTesting
Work Authorization
US CitizenGreen Card
- We are seeking a Lead UX/UI Systems Designer to drive the design and implementation of enterprise applications. This role bridges strategy and execution, creating intuitive, user-centered solutions while leading design systems and collaborating with agile teams. The position involves on-site research and usability testing with end users.
Responsibilities
- Lead and scale design systems and component libraries for consistency across applications.
- Collaborate with Product Owners, Researchers, and Engineers; manage tasks in Jira.
- Create high-fidelity UI designs and prototypes with accessibility and technical constraints in mind.
- Conduct hands-on field research and usability testing to inform application improvements.
- Advocate for design decisions and guide stakeholders in complex enterprise environments.
- Participate in agile ceremonies to ensure alignment and continuous delivery.
Qualifications
- 6+ years in UX/UI design with enterprise application and design system experience.
- Expert in Figma, FigJam, Jira, and Confluence; strong understanding of front-end implementation.
- Local to Northeast Corridor (D.C., Wilmington, Philadelphia, or NYC) with ~25% travel.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven experience in agile environments and design handoff to engineering.
- Portfolio demonstrating user-centered design, high-fidelity execution, and scalable design systems.