About ANVILANVIL is a trusted partner in the defence industry, delivering cutting‑edge solutions that enhance military capabilities and operational effectiveness. We extend our expertise to public safety, law enforcement, and national security organizations, accelerating mission‑critical decision‑making through analytical tools, automations, and game‑changing machine‑learning capabilities. ANVIL helps organizations discover, manage, enrich, fuse, and exploit the information available to them in support of Information Dominance and Decision Advantage.Job Type: Full Time Remote (Hybrid option available for those in the Ottawa area - 55 Murray Street Office)Total Compensation: CAD $75,000.00 - $115,000.00 base salary - Placement within range based on experience and qualificationsVacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy at ANVIL. We are actively hiring for this roleRole (Description)We're looking for a Product Designer with solid UI and UX design skills who is eager to contribute to our defence and public safety technology platform. You'll work closely with engineering teams and a senior designer to translate client requirements into intuitive, mission‑critical interfaces — designing features that support intelligence production workflows including search, geospatial visualization, entity analysis, and data‑rich operational tools.You'll collaborate with product management and engineering teams to understand use cases, participate in defining workflows and storyboards, and produce wireframes, high‑fidelity mockups, and interactive prototypes. You'll actively contribute to product brainstorming, interaction design, and visual design sessions, helping shape how defence and public safety professionals interact with analytical tools, data fusion capabilities, and automation features.You'll be designing for technically sophisticated users operating under pressure in high‑stakes environments, with guidance and mentorship from a senior designer.Our learning‑oriented culture is transparent, fun, and strongly encourages work‑life balance.ExperienceRequired Qualifications3–5 years of professional product design experience in primarily web platforms, with a portfolio demonstrating user‑centred design process and strong end‑to‑end solutionsExperience participating in user research activities such as observation, interviews, and usability testing,



and incorporating findings into design workExperience designing for complex, data‑intensive, or enterprise applications — ideally involving dashboards, analytical workflows, or information‑rich interfacesExperience working in agile environments, collaborating with product managers and engineering teams throughout the development lifecycleExperience contributing to design systems, including using and helping maintain component libraries and interaction patternsDemonstrated ability to design for users who need to accomplish complex tasks efficientlySkills & CompetenciesProficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar platformsAbility to articulate design rationale and logic to both technical and non‑technical audiencesSolid knowledge of visual design principles and best practices for data‑heavy applicationsUnderstanding of brand identity with ability to apply brand styles and interaction patterns consistentlyFamiliarity with front‑end development concepts (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to support effective collaboration with engineeringGood communication skills with the ability to present design solutions and incorporate feedback iterativelyBachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Visual Communications, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)Preferred QualificationsExperience designing for defence, public safety, intelligence, cybersecurity, or other mission‑critical applicationsExperience with data visualization, geospatial interfaces, or analytical workflow toolsFamiliarity with Design Thinking methodologiesBackground working with government customers or understanding compliance requirementsExperience participating in design critiques and collaborative design sessionsKey ResponsibilitiesContribute to the end‑to‑end UX/UI design process for mission‑critical features,



working with engineering teams from discovery through implementationTranslate client requirements into intuitive user experiences and detailed design specifications under the guidance of a senior designerWork closely with product management and engineering to understand use cases, define workflows, and produce wireframes, high‑fidelity mockups, and interactive prototypesActively contribute to product brainstorming, interaction design, and visual design sessionsApply brand identity consistently across designs, following established brand styles and interaction patternsContribute to the maintenance and growth of our design system, ensuring visual consistency and reusable componentsCollaborate in an agile workplace with product and development teams, presenting design concepts and incorporating feedback throughout the development cycleWork with front‑end engineers to ensure design intent is preserved during implementationSupport QA on releases to verify design fidelity, usability, and functionality before launchParticipate in design critiques, offering and receiving constructive feedback to improve design qualityCommunicate design decisions clearly to team members and stakeholdersWhy Join Us?Our MissionThis is more than just a job; you'll be part ofa team of dedicated professionals who share a common goal: to increase the safety and security of western democracies through the effective use of data. Our workplace is not just a job, it's a community of like‑minded people working together to make a positive impact on the world we live in.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive salariesFlexible health benefits package through EquitableIndustry‑leading employer retirement contributions matchWork EnvironmentRemote and Hybrid (Ottawa market) work model combining remote flexibility with meaningful in‑person collaborationModern office in the historic Carriageway building in beautiful downtown OttawaAccess to downtown amenities, transit, and Ottawa's vibrant cultural sceneWhat You'll ExperienceWork alongside dedicated professionals who value excellence and collaborationShape design practice and mentor growing talentContribute to projects with real‑world security impactJoin a culture where your expertise and ideas matterUse of AI in Recruitment: ANVIL does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. All applications are reviewed by members of our recruitment team.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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