Service Designer
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Overview
We are looking for a Service Designer to support our U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) client. In this role, you will dive into ambiguity to map complex systems and processes that will inform data-powered products and services to improve Veteran-facing services. If you have experience mapping complex experiences into clear, polished visual artifacts and translating experience insights within cross-functional teams, we’d love to hear from you. This role is remote. \n
What You'll Do
Collaborate closely with VA stakeholders to deeply understand and document their experiences, and visually translate those findings onto service blueprints, ecosystem maps, journey maps, and other design artifacts. Implement mixed-method discovery approaches that uncover deep insights about the interactions between systems, business processes, and people. Lead the co-design and iteration of low and high-fidelity service design artifacts to validate assumptions, uncover pain points, and identify opportunities that resonate with VA staff. Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, data engineers and other service designers to ensure the accurate and timely application of knowledge onto downstream deliverables. Create and nurture relationships with stakeholders across the product ecosystem, proactively engaging impacted stakeholders to validate assumptions, socialize insights, and facilitate sensemaking. Engage peers within the government ecosystem to proactively and collaboratively problem solve issues that impact our ability to deliver desired outcomes. What You'll Bring 3+ years of industry experience in research, UX design and/or service design leading complex projects with numerous stakeholders. Excellent organizational skills that enable you to manage high-profile, medium-to-high complexity projects within a dynamic organizational environment. Passion for and high competence in conducting research across both undefined problem spaces, utilizing design research and strategic thinking to frame insights. Experience working in cross-functional teams using agile methodologies. A desire to seek different perspectives, and ask for help when needed. Experience uncovering processes, methods, tools and evolving approaches to align with client expectations. Ability to visualize and express complex ideas clearly and succinctly. Demonstrated ability to leverage AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies to accelerate research synthesis, improve communication clarity, streamline workflows, and enhance team outcomes while applying strong human judgment and mission understanding. Comfort operating in ambiguous and rapidly evolving environments, with a proactive mindset toward experimentation, continuous learning, and improving systems, processes, and ways of working.
Nice to Have
Experience working with the federal government (VA experience preferred) Familiarity with data science and data engineering principles
Perks
A dynamic, high-trust environment with a diverse, mission-driven team Competitive compensation commensurate with experience Meaningful opportunities for career growth and learning Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision) 401(k) with company match Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) Company-sponsored short- and long-term disability, plus life insurance Company-sponsored parental leave \n$100,000 - $113,500 a year
Compensation
Compensation for this role is an annualized salary range of $100,000 to $113,500 plus benefits and growth potential. Placement within this range will be based on the competency level of the candidate. To ensure equity and consistency across our compensation system, MO applies a structured salary framework. Offers are made within the posted range based on demonstrated competency and experience. This range is non-negotiable to maintain internal and external pay equity. Note: To ensure compliance with all state, county, and local employment and tax regulations, applicants must currently reside in one of the following states to be considered for employment with MO. Employment eligibility is also subject to applicable state labor laws and remote work registration requirements. This list will be updated periodically as our team expands hiring eligibility to additional states. AZ; CA; CO; CT; DC; FL; GA; IL; KS; MA; MD; ME; NC; NJ; NV; NY; OR; PA; TX; VA; WA; WI. Work Location & Travel MO is a fully remote organization, with a preference for candidates located in the Washington, D.C. area The contract this position supports requires US Citizenship. This position will remain open through June 15th, 2026. In support of the Colorado Equal Pay Transparency Act, and others like it across the country, MO's job descriptions feature the starting range we reasonably expect to pay to candidates who would join our team with little to no need for training on the responsibilities we've outlined above. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and responsibility. \n We're MO We build with purpose, deliver with precision, and measure success by the impact we create — for our clients, our teams, and the mission. All MO leaders are expected to lead with humility, embody our core values in their leadership, and to hold their team accountable to the same. MO leaders are expected to ensure we are always growing by tackling hard problems, being strategic, and learning from others. If you’re excited to work with us but not sure you check every box, apply anyway! You may be just right for this role or another one. MO is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to building a diverse team and fostering an inclusive, equitable environment where everyone can thrive. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of any required background, reference, or security clearance checks consistent with applicable law and client contract requirements. Your job offer is contingent upon satisfactory completion of such background and/or reference check as applicable. Additionally, this position may require a government background investigation to be completed and adjudicated dependent on your role and project. This offer will be withdrawn if any of the above conditions are not satisfied. Apply To This Job