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Overview
Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities.
By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.
Kentro is hiring a UI/UX Developer with an active TS/SCI security clearance to support mission-critical applications for U.S. government customers. This role focuses on designing and implementing intuitive, accessible, and secure user interfaces for complex systems used in national security, intelligence, and defense environments.
The ideal candidate blends user-centered design principles with strong front-end development skills, collaborating with engineers, product owners, and mission stakeholders to deliver high-performance, usable applications that support operational decision-making.
Location: Onsite in Charlottesville, VA
Responsibilities
The Company
We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let's solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.
We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015), two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification.
Industry Recognition
Growth | Inc 5000's Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.
Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner - Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor's HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award
Benefits
We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees - Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.
We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities - virtual and in-person - e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.
Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA
Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.
As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.
We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.
Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.
How To Apply
To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the job link and then click the blue "Apply" button at the top right of Job Description. Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must fully submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position. If you need alternative application methods, please email and request assistance.
Accommodations
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email .
#kentro
Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities.
By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.
Kentro is hiring a UI/UX Developer with an active TS/SCI security clearance to support mission-critical applications for U.S. government customers. This role focuses on designing and implementing intuitive, accessible, and secure user interfaces for complex systems used in national security, intelligence, and defense environments.
The ideal candidate blends user-centered design principles with strong front-end development skills, collaborating with engineers, product owners, and mission stakeholders to deliver high-performance, usable applications that support operational decision-making.
Location: Onsite in Charlottesville, VA
Responsibilities
- Design and develop modern, responsive user interfaces for secure web-based applications.
- Apply user-centered design methodologies including research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing.
- Translate UX designs and wireframes into high-quality code using Angular, Swagger and DropWizard.
- Collaborate with software engineers, product owners, and government stakeholders to refine requirements and ensure mission alignment.
- Ensure compliance with accessibility standards (Section 508 / WCAG) and security guidelines.
- Conduct usability testing and user research to improve workflow efficiency and user experience.
- Develop interactive prototypes and design systems to support scalable UI development.
- Optimize applications for performance, cross-browser compatibility, and responsive design.
- Contribute to Agile/Scrum development cycles, including sprint planning, demos, and retrospectives.
- Maintain documentation for design decisions, user flows, and UI components.
- Bachelor's degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
- 3 years of UI/UX development experience supporting web applications.
- Demonstrated understanding of UX principles, patterns and practices.
- Experience translating customer requirements into modern, dynamic, engaging web interfaces.
- Strong proficiency with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript frameworks including Angular and React.
- Experience with modern front-end frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue).
- Experience using UI/UX design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar.
- Understanding of responsive design and mobile-first development.
- Knowledge of usability principles, interaction design, and information architecture.
- Experience working in Agile development environments.
- Ability to communicate design concepts clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), or Federal Civilian agencies.
- Experience with design systems and component libraries (Material UI, Bootstrap, Tailwind, etc.).
- Familiarity with data visualization frameworks (D3.js, Chart.js, or similar).
- Experience with usability testing tools and user research methods.
- Knowledge of DevSecOps environments and CI/CD pipelines.
- Familiarity with REST APIs and integration with backend services.
- UI/UX professional certificate.
- Experience designing complex dashboards, analytics platforms, or mission systems.
- Understanding of security and compliance requirements for government systems (NIST, FedRAMP, etc.).
- Experience with accessibility compliance (WCAG / Section 508).
- Previous work in classified environments or SCIF settings.
- Active U.S. Security Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI).
- Ability to work independently in fast-paced mission environments.
- Detail-oriented with a passion for intuitive and efficient user experiences.
- Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
The Company
We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let's solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.
We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015), two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification.
Industry Recognition
Growth | Inc 5000's Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.
Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner - Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor's HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award
Benefits
We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees - Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.
We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities - virtual and in-person - e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.
Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA
Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.
As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.
We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.
Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.
How To Apply
To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the job link and then click the blue "Apply" button at the top right of Job Description. Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must fully submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position. If you need alternative application methods, please email and request assistance.
Accommodations
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email .
#kentro