At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct user research in tactical environments and design innovative solutions for military operators.
- Company: Join DIGI2AL, a cutting-edge employee-owned digital services consultancy.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous holiday, healthcare, and professional development support.
- Other info: Work on diverse projects with opportunities for travel and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in defence by enhancing user experiences with advanced technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in user research methods and a passion for technology and design.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
DIGI2AL is an employee-owned defense-focused digital services consultancy. A vendor-agnostic UK Crown Commercial Services accredited supplier, we have delivered over 120 cloud-hosted digital services across the public sector, working in partnership with clients to research and develop outcomes and services spanning artificial intelligence, data science, low code and complex code software engineering, cyber security, cloud engineering, and user-centred design.
At DIGI2AL, our technology values drive everything we do. We are committed to open, contemporary and secure solutions that put users first. We embrace cutting-edge technologies while ensuring interoperability, resilience and ethical innovation. By prioritising transparency, adaptability and security, we enable organisations to build future-proof digital services that deliver real impact.
We are building a team to support a new opportunity providing Engineering and Technical support for our data fusion platform. This team will drive the operational implementation of this low-TRL product, bridging the gap between tactical edge sensors in low-bandwidth environments and strategic HQs running enterprise analytics.
- Contextual Inquiry in Defence: Conducting field research and observation within tactical environments (exercises, command posts, vehicles) alongside military operators.
- Dual-Persona Research: Designing research sessions that accommodate two distinct user mental models: fast-paced tactical operators needing high-signal alerts vs. strategic analysts performing deep querying.
- Usability & Visualisation Testing: Evaluating how fused data is visualised (GIS, map layers, timeline views) within Palantir or custom dashboards to minimise cognitive overload under operational stress.
- Ethical & Security-Conscious Synthesis: Conducting user interviews and synthesising feedback while maintaining strict operational security (OPSEC).
- Research Methods: Contextual Inquiry, Field Research, Ethnographic Study, Usability Testing, Dual-Persona Mapping, Human Factors, Cognitive Task Analysis.
- Design & Domain: C4ISR UI/UX, Information Overload Reduction, Map-Based Visualisations (GIS), Tactical Ergonomics, Ruggedised UI Testing.
- Synthesis & Ops: User Journey Mapping, Insight Synthesis, OPSEC-Compliant Research, Agile Integration, Accessibility (Defence Standards).
Important Information
- Start Date: ASAP
- Security Requirements: Minimum clearance required is SC - due to the nature of the role and the security requirements the post holder must be a British Citizen
- Days on Site: 2-3
- Travel: The role would be ideally based in London but we are willing to consider applications from across the UK. There will be a requirement for travel to client sites
- SFIA Level: 5/6
- Benefits:
- 25 days holiday increasing annually up to a maximum of 30 days
- Support for flexible working
- 2 paid charity days a year
- 16 weeks of full pay Maternity leave
- 2 weeks full pay Paternity leave
- Annual bonus - all employees are eligible (following successful completion of probationary period) - level varies by position and is dependent on company performance
- Discretionary bonus for exceptional performance
- 5% matched pension
- Healthcare
- Employee Ownership Trust - from day 1 employees share in the benefits of the company
- Support with your professional development including training and certifications and attendance at conferences
- Diverse and interesting projects which give you an opportunity to make a difference
- Choice of laptop and screen
User Researcher employer: Digi2al Limited
Digi2AL Limited is an exceptional employer for Defence UX Researchers, offering a dynamic work environment in London that prioritises secure and OPSEC-compliant research. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements and ample opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful contributions to defence technology.
