CTR Group is seeking a Senior Product Designer for a Federal Government Contractor Technology firm in the Washington, DC area.

Excellent career opportunity and urgently hiring!

Fully Remote Position

Salary Range: $104 K - $120 K with Excellent Benefits

SUMMARY:

The Senior Product Designer leads our teams in creating effective digital solutions through user-centered design. They combine domain knowledge, design expertise, and strategic thinking to guide projects from conception to completion. Our design team makes key decisions, communicates clearly with all stakeholders, and analyzes user data to inform choices. They ensure our products meet client needs, align with business goals, and deliver exceptional user experiences.

As a Senior Product Designer at BLEN, you will lead the development of innovative digital solutions for our federal clients. Your responsibilities will include:

Strategic Design Leadership

● Collaborate with management, engineering, and product teams to shape design vision and strategy

● Guide cross-functional teams in delivering high-impact design solutions aligned with client goals

● Develop and maintain design initiative briefs and discovery artifacts to foster shared purpose and success metrics

Client and User Engagement

● Partner with clients to identify key challenges and prioritize user-centered outcomes

● Oversee design delivery, ensuring quality and adherence to client expectations

● Serve as the primary design point of contact for stakeholders

Design Expertise

● Leverage deep knowledge of user-centered design methodologies to lead iterative, outcome-driven development

● Make critical decisions to keep projects on track and aligned with evolving client needs

● Balance program strategy with tactical design support as needed

Team Development

● Mentor and coach junior designers, fostering professional growth

● Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

● Participate in grading candidate homeworks and panel interviews

Design Execution and Innovation

● Lead the delivery of design work including sketches, wireframes, UX flows, low and high-fidelity prototypes

● Champion user needs and inclusive design in priority-setting and trade-off management

● Drive adoption of iterative, outcome-focused design practices

● Develop strategies that maximize value delivery within program constraints

Accessibility and Compliance

● Lead accessibility tasks inclusive of 508 compliance and stay informed of emerging accessibility standards

● Ensure design processes and deliverables comply with relevant standards and regulations

Your main goal will be to ensure our products effectively address our clients' challenges through impactful, user-centered design.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree plus 7+ years of relevant experience

● Advanced experience in content design skills including plain language, inclusive content, concise writing, and content strategy

● Advanced knowledge of UX process and craft skills

● Experience tackling undefined, complex challenges with a strategic mindset

● Prior experience serving as a mentor to junior level team members

● Proficiency with design software such as Figma, Miro, Adobe or other designer tools

Preferred Skills and Experience

● Master's degree in Design, HCI, or related field

● Experience with design systems and pattern libraries

● Knowledge of emerging design trends and technologies

● Professional certifications such as UXPA, IxDA, or other related certifications

● Experience in government or public sector projects

• Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance, and therefore be authorized to work in the US.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate a blend of design expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in user experience design.

CTR Group has been a leader in its industry for over 30 years and is rated highly on Google, Indeed and Facebook for being a great company to work for. If you enjoy being a part of a great team. Apply today and check out our website for more information.

CTR Group is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are selected based on qualifications and defined requirements of the job, not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other protected status. Further, CTR Group encourages United States' Veterans and persons with disabilities to apply for positions for which they are qualified.