Logo
job logo

UI/UX Engineer - $189K - $204K

RCT Systems, Reston, Virginia, United States, 22090

Save Job

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.