UX/UI Designer - UXDES 26-03733

NavitasPartners • New York, NY

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced UX/UI Designer to support the development, testing, compliance, and rollout of user-centered digital products. This role will focus on enhancing systems that support student services and outcomes, including academic progress and socio-emotional learning, with an emphasis on special populations. The UX/UI Designer will lead user research initiatives, create design artifacts, and develop interactive prototypes while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver intuitive and accessible solutions.

Requirements

• HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript
• Figma, Sketch, InVision, Adobe XD
• Mural, Lucidchart, MS Visio
• Visual Studio, Axure RP
• Bootstrap and responsive design frameworks
• Minimum 4+ years of experience in UX/UI design
• Minimum 4+ years of experience conducting user research and producing deliverables such as personas, journey maps, and research documentation
• Minimum 4+ years of hands-on experience with UX/UI design tools (Figma, Sketch, InVision, Adobe XD)
• Strong understanding of Human-Centered Design principles
• Experience designing in compliance with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.0/2.1)

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage UX/UI design deliverables throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), from discovery to development handoff
• Conduct user research, including planning, execution, and synthesis of findings
• Develop personas, journey maps, research guides, and other UX artifacts
• Create wireframes to define product features, functionality, and data flow
• Design and develop interactive prototypes using tools such as Figma, Sketch, InVision, or Adobe XD
• Facilitate user testing to validate design decisions and improve user experience
• Analyze user behavior and data insights to inform design strategy
• Collaborate with developers to ensure seamless transition from design to implementation
• Write and modify JavaScript to address UI challenges when needed
• Maintain documentation using tools such as SharePoint, Jira, or similar platforms
• Stay current with web development trends, especially in responsive/mobile design and accessibility (WCAG 2.0/2.1)
• Contribute to and maintain UX/UI design systems and style libraries
• Participate in knowledge sharing and presentations on user-centered design best practices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees