Key Responsibilities:
Design end-to-end user experiences for web platforms, from user flows and wireframes to final UI mockups and prototypes.
Translate business and user requirements into intuitive, scalable web interfaces using responsive and accessible design principles.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product owners, frontend/back-end developers, and QA to ensure design feasibility and consistency.
Conduct user research, usability testing, and competitive analysis to validate and iterate design decisions.
Leverage data insights (e.g., heatmaps, analytics, A/B testing) to refine user interfaces and optimize engagement.
Advocate for the user throughout the design and development process; maintain high standards for usability and visual design.
Maintain and contribute to the design system or component libraries to ensure consistent visual language across digital products.
Deliver design specifications and assets to development teams and support them during implementation to ensure pixel-perfect delivery.
Required Skills & Experience:
5+ years of experience in UX/UI design for web-based products or digital platforms.
Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, InVision, etc.
Strong understanding of responsive web design, accessibility (WCAG standards), and modern UI trends.
Ability to create personas, journey maps, wireframes, prototypes, and design documentation.
Experience working closely with product teams and developers in Agile/Scrum environments.
Familiarity with HTML/CSS concepts to communicate effectively with developers (coding not required).
Strong portfolio demonstrating user-centric design thinking and web implementation experience.
Excellent visual communication, attention to detail, and a passion for clean, usable design.
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
Minimum Compensation: USD 48,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 168,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
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