UI/UX Lead

Promet Source•Chicago, IL

2d•$40 - $85•Remote

About The Position

We’re seeking an experienced and creative UI/UX Lead to join our team in a remote, part-time capacity. In this role, you’ll collaborate with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure user needs and business goals are seamlessly integrated into products—from early concept through final delivery. As the UI/UX Lead, you’ll guide and mentor a team of designers to deliver exceptional digital experiences. You’ll foster collaboration, cultivate a positive team environment, and champion both product vision and company values while helping drive successful outcomes. You’ll also play a key role in research and strategy—leading discovery efforts, documenting insights, and translating user needs into actionable design direction. This is a contract role (up to 20 hours per week), with hours varying based on project needs. We’re looking for a long-term partner who is passionate about leading discovery, shaping strategy, and growing with our company. Rate: $40–$85/hour (based on experience) Note: This is a contract position and does not include benefits. Why Promet Source Promet Source brings together talented designers, skilled project managers, and expert developers to create digital experiences that are not only visually compelling, but also highly functional and valuable. We are deeply committed to the open-source community—contributing to projects, building our own tools, and actively participating in conferences and meetups. We believe this collaborative approach leads to better solutions and stronger outcomes for our clients. Equal Opportunity Employer Promet Source is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in UI/UX design or a related role
Strong portfolio demonstrating UX/UI work and process
Experience leading client discovery sessions and workshops
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to clearly articulate and defend design decisions
Strong documentation and organizational skills
Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Deep understanding of user-centered design, usability, and design thinking
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat)
Experience with tools such as Sketch, InVision, or similar
Familiarity with CMS platforms (WordPress, Drupal), HTML, and CSS
Must be based in the United States

Responsibilities

Lead client workshops and discovery sessions
Collaborate with clients to understand business goals and user needs
Define technical and business requirements, delivering intuitive, user-centered solutions
Partner with cross-functional teams to plan and implement design solutions
Continuously improve and optimize existing user interfaces
Develop wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for new product ideas
Test and validate design concepts before implementation
Conduct ongoing user research and usability testing
Design, execute, and evaluate studies to improve user experience
Document findings and translate insights into clear requirements and strategy
Build user scenarios and strategic UX deliverables
Mentor, train, and support UI/UX team members
Track and analyze UX metrics to inform design decisions
Promote collaboration and design excellence across the team