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UI/UX Engineer - $189K

RCT Systems
Full Timesenior
Reston, Virginia, USPosted March 4, 2026

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Job Description

RCT is seeking an experienced UI/UX Engineer to support high-visibility government applications focused on entitlement systems, identity and access management (IdAM/ICAM), authentication, authorization, and digital policy management. This role bridges design, development, and deployment, delivering secure, accessible, and high-performance web experiences for both administrators and end users.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain custom WordPress themes and plugins
  • Build accessible, user-centered front-end and back-end solutions
  • Optimize website performance, databases, and server integrations
  • Conduct performance testing, QA, and ongoing monitoring
  • Collaborate in an agile, cross-functional environment
  • Troubleshoot production issues and improve UX/UI continuously

Required Qualifications

  • BS degree with 8–12 years of relevant experience
  • TS/SCI with polygraph
  • Strong knowledge of usability and accessibility across devices
  • Front-end: HTML5, CSS/SASS, JavaScript
  • Back-end: PHP, MySQL, WP REST API, JSON
  • Experience developing custom WordPress features, plugins, unit tests, and accessibility-compliant solutions

Preferred

  • AWS certification

RCT Systems Offers

  • Competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
  • Immediate 401k vesting
  • Generous PTO and flexible schedules
  • $500.00 annual technology allowance

RCT Systems is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.

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