Nex is on a mission to help families rediscover the joy of movement. Created by parents for parents, Nex combines technology and play to deliver fun, social, and interactive experiences powered by natural body motion, encouraging kids and adults to move more, play more, and have fun together. Nex Playground, the company’s award-winning active play system, is purpose-built to get families moving year-round, with safety and privacy as core considerations in its intentional design. It is certified kidSAFE+ COPPA compliant and built to support healthy, active play for all ages and abilities. Nex Playground features a growing library of 50+ experiences, including motion and dance games, fitness and educational experiences, and Nex Originals. Content includes collaborations with partners like Hasbro, Sesame Workshop, and NBCUniversal. Nex has been recognized by Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, TIME’s Best Inventions, and Parents’ Best Entertainment System for Families, and has earned Red Dot, IDEA, and Core77 international design awards. We encourage you to explore Have Fun and Is Motion Gaming Back?, as they offer a deeper look into our culture, values, and explain how our approach to motion gaming differs from previous generations. Location: Remote (USA & Canada only — PST hours preferred) with some office travel required Annual salary: USD 125,000 - USD 175,000 Type: Full Time Reports to: VP of Design The Role We are looking for a talented and motivated Product Designer to own the design and user experience (UX) of Playground. This role will be critical in creating an engaging, family-friendly interface that enhances how users interact with Playground. You will collaborate closely with our product and engineering teams to design and iterate on experiences that support our mission to connect families through fun and physical activity. Using first principles thinking, you’ll be tirelessly seeking opportunities to improve the first-time user experience, the core browsing experience, and other features intended to engage and retain users. Key Responsibilities - Lead the design process for the OS, focusing on user needs, usability, and delightful interactions for both kids and adults. - Design and prototype the UI/UX for our custom Android-based operating system, including navigation, settings, and play modes. - Design user-friendly web-based features that allow users to manage their Playground account off-device - Work closely with product leaders, engineers, and marketers to understand requirements, align on objectives, and deliver innovative design solutions. - Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs for new features. Collaborate with engineering to refine designs based on feedback and testing. - Work to build more consistent practice around team-wide customer empathy by participating in and leading research and testing - Conduct user research and usability testing to validate design decisions, identify pain points, and iterate on solutions. - Help build and maintain a consistent design language and design system for both the OS and web platforms. - Conduct regular audits and usability testing to ensure the design system meets user needs and maintains a high level of quality. - Advocate for the value and importance of a design system to stakeholders across the company. Qualifications - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field. - 8+ years of experience in product design, UI/UX design, or a similar role. - Experience with software development and the processes and practices associated with it. - Strong portfolio demonstrating experience in interaction design, visual design, and user experience, with a focus on consumer-facing digital products. - An eye for high-quality, well-crafted visual and interaction design. - Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch or similar. - Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and advocate for user-centered design. - Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. - A knack for figuring out ambiguous problems and shaping them into clear goals. - Passion for creating engaging experiences for families, children, and friends. Nice To Have - Experience designing operating systems, or 10-foot UI experiences. - Experience conducting user research and usability testing. - Familiarity with designing for entertainment experiences with a library of content that is curated and editorialized. - Knowledge of design systems and creating reusable design components. We Offer - Competitive compensation package. - Flexible working hours and vacation policy. - Product-driven culture that treasures talents and individual growth. - Front-row seat and hands-on experience with cutting edge technologies in the evolving gaming field Nex is located in San Jose, California, USA and Hong Kong. Learn more about us at nex.inc/who-we-are. We encourage applications even if you don’t meet more than 50% of the requirements — we believe that experience comes in many forms! Nex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all individuals at every stage of the employment relationship, including all current and prospective employees, and covers all employment decisions including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline and termination. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.

Top Skills' Detail - Bachelor's degree in a related design field or equivalent work experience - 4+ years of professional experience - An online portfolio demonstrating success in effective user-centered design solutions - 4+ years of experience building out templated design systems - Experience with InDesign is required - Must specifically have packaging examples in their portfolio Job Description Our client’s Devices team is looking for a Packaging Production Designer to join their Experience Design team on a contract basis. The designer is responsible for supporting the team lead with the unboxing experience and design of our client’s complex device packaging programs, implementing design systems to meet customer needs throughout their unique purchase journey. The designer leverages systems-oriented, strategic design skills to ensure a cohesive packaging and unboxing experience at scale. They utilize user research and data to identify customer pain points and drive improvements for localization, accessibility, and shopability. You are an organized self-starter with experience working on established and successful global design systems in a scale-up environment. You bring expertise in layout, typography, illustration, and press constraints to support complex device packaging and manufacturing needs. You’re an effective collaborator—communicating and escalating blockers as required—to ship products on time and on brief. Above all, you are focused on solving real problems for real people through research, design, and iteration. Key Job Responsibilities - Scope and drive creative development and execution for device packaging and unboxing experiences - Use business requirements and customer research to assist in developing art direction, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups - Drive UX solutions that advocate for the customer in the region and ensure their voices are heard - Maintain design guidelines to streamline and standardize device packaging - Support the preparation of printed materials for press, working with production to verify proofs and confirm file accuracy - Work closely with interdependent cross-functional teams - Meet all team deadlines and responsibilities by listening to others and valuing opinions Additional Skills & Qualifications - Working knowledge of human-centered design principles and practices - Strong communication skills with the ability to listen, synthesize feedback, present, and sell through ideation - Experience measuring the impact of work against key business and customer experience goals - Familiarity with research methodologies and turning customer feedback into actionable findings - Ability to multitask and complete projects on time by staying organized and efficient - A complete understanding of visual communications including typography, layout, and photo direction, with the ability to collaborate with content strategy to create distinct, user-centered solutions Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of San Francisco, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70.00 - $75.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The Work: The Human‑Centered Design (HCD) Lead will guide user‑focused design strategy for large‑scale DoD platform build and modernization efforts. This role ensures systems are intuitive, accessible, and mission‑aligned by embedding user research, UX best practices, and iterative design into the full system development lifecycle. The HCD Lead will work closely with engineering, product, cybersecurity, and government stakeholders to deliver solutions that meet operational, security, and usability requirements. Job Location: Although this position is remote, the candidate needs to live in the Washington DC metro area.  If you accept this position, you should note that ICF does monitor employee work locations and blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses, and also prohibits personal VPN connections. You may be asked to travel once a quarter to an office or client site. Our core work hours are 8am - 5pm Eastern Time with the option to start earlier or work later depending on your time zone. What You Will Do: - Lead human‑centered design efforts across enterprise‑scale DoD build and modernization initiatives - Define and implement HCD/UX strategy aligned to mission objectives, user needs, and technical constraints - Plan and conduct user research activities including interviews, journey mapping, usability testing, and stakeholder workshops - Translate research findings into actionable design artifacts such as personas, user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and service blueprints - Partner with product owners, developers, and architects to integrate HCD practices into Agile and DevSecOps workflows - Ensure solutions meet DoD standards for accessibility, usability, and security - Support requirements definition, concept development, and design reviews with government stakeholders - Provide design leadership, mentorship, and quality oversight for UX and design team members - Balance user needs with compliance, cybersecurity, and operational constraints typical of classified environments What You Will Bring With You: - Active Secret clearance or higher - 6–8 years of experience in human‑centered design, UX design, service design, or related discipline What We Would Like You To Bring With You: - Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field. - 2 years’ experience working with DCSA - Experience supporting large‑scale system builds or modernization programs, preferably within DoD or federal environments - Strong background in user research, interaction design, and usability testing - Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments - Ability to translate complex technical systems into intuitive user experiences - Strong communication skills and experience briefing senior government and program stakeholders Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. Candidate AI Usage Policy At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.   Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $130,687.00 - $222,169.00 DC Remote Office (DC99)

Role Description We are looking for a UI/UX Designer to turn our software into easy-to-use products for our clients. UI/UX Designer responsibilities include: - Gathering user requirements in collaboration with product managers and engineers - Illustrating design ideas using storyboards, process flows, and sitemaps - Designing graphic user interface elements, like menus, tabs, and widgets - Building page navigation buttons and search fields - Developing UI mockups and prototypes that clearly illustrate how sites function and look - Creating original graphic designs (e.g. images, sketches, and tables) - Preparing and presenting rough drafts to internal teams and key stakeholders - Identifying and troubleshooting UX problems (e.g. responsiveness) - Conducting layout adjustments based on user feedback - Adhering to style standards on fonts, colors, and images Qualifications - Proven work experience as a UI/UX Designer or similar role - Portfolio of design projects - Knowledge of wireframe tools (e.g. Wireframe.cc and InVision) - Up-to-date knowledge of design software like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop - Team spirit; strong communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders - Good time-management skills - BSc in Design, Computer Science or relevant field