RQ-2026-009533 - UX Designer - Intermediate for ONE Access Program

GovTech Talent Solutions Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GovTech Talent Solutions Inc. is seeking a seasoned Front-end UX Designer to craft user-centered web interfaces.

You will translate UX concepts into production-ready HTML, CSS/SASS, and JavaScript, building reusable UI components while ensuring accessibility and responsive behavior. Responsibilities include creating wireframes, prototypes, and design assets in Adobe XD, updating content via WordPress or similar CMS, and collaborating across product, development, and business teams in an on-site

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience designing UX interfaces for web applications.
• Strong hands-on proficiency translating designs into HTML, CSS/SASS, and JavaScript.
• Proficiency with Adobe XD or similar prototyping tools.
• Experience with WordPress or similar CMS platforms.
• Ability to work 5 days onsite per week.
• Knowledge of responsive and accessible web design principles.

Responsibilities

• Design intuitive, user-centered interfaces for web-based applications.
• Translate UX concepts into front-end code using HTML, CSS/SASS, and JavaScript.
• Create and refine UX artefacts including wireframes, user flows, and interactive prototypes.
• Support content updates and page maintenance using WordPress or similar CMS.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders.
• Ensure designs adhere to accessibility, usability, and web standards.
• Conduct design iterations based on feedback, usability insights, and technical constraints.
• Develop reusable, responsive UI components using HTML, CSS/SASS, and JavaScript.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and design assets using Adobe XD.
• Update and maintain existing web application interfaces and content.

Skills

HTML

CSS/SASS

JavaScript

Adobe XD

Wireframing

Prototyping

WordPress

CMS

Responsive web design

Accessibility

WCAG

Design systems

Cross-browser compatibility

UX design

UI design

Front-end development

Job description

Project Overview

Under the ONE Access Program, design and build user-centered interfaces for web applications, blending UX design and front-end development from wireframes and prototypes to implemented interfaces using HTML, CSS/SASS, and JavaScript. Support ongoing design, enhancement, and upkeep of applications and web content, working closely with product, development, and business teams to deliver accessible, responsive, and standards-aligned user experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Design intuitive, user-centered interfaces for web-based applications
• Translate UX concepts, wireframes, and prototypes into functioning front-end code using HTML, CSS/SASS, and JavaScript
• Create and refine UX artefacts including wireframes, user flows, and interactive prototypes
• Support content updates and page maintenance using WordPress or similar CMS platforms
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders throughout the design lifecycle
• Ensure designs adhere to accessibility, usability, and web standards
• Conduct design iterations based on feedback, usability insights, and technical constraints
• Participate in Agile or waterfall delivery processes as part of application teams
• Develop reusable, responsive UI components using HTML, CSS/SASS, and JavaScript
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and design assets using Adobe XD
• Update and maintain existing web application interfaces and content

Qualifications & Requirements

REQUIRED

• Must be able to work 5 days onsite per week
• 5+ years of experience
• Proven experience designing UX interfaces for web applications
• Strong hands-on experience translating designs into HTML, CSS/SASS, and JavaScript
• Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe XD or similar wireframing/prototyping tools
• Experience supporting content updates and ongoing upkeep of web applications
• Strong understanding of responsive and accessible web design principles
• UX design experience using Adobe XD or similar wireframing tools
• Strong front-end development skills in HTML, CSS/SASS, and JavaScript
• Experience working with WordPress or similar CMS platforms
• Experience maintaining and updating web application content and layouts
• Understanding of responsive, accessible, and user-centered design principles
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams
• Strong communication skills to explain design decisions and technical constraints

NICE TO HAVE

• Public sector experience
• Experience designing interfaces for public-facing or enterprise web applications
• Experience working in health, health-IT, or regulated environments
• Familiarity with design systems and reusable component libraries
• Experience collaborating closely with development teams in Agile environments
• Understanding of cross-browser compatibility and performance considerations
• Experience applying WCAG or accessibility best practices
• Strong visual design sensibility combined with technical problem-solving skills

EVALUATION CRITERIA

• UX design and front end development experience - Demonstrated experience designing user interfaces using wireframing/prototyping tools (e.g., Adobe XD) and implementing designs using HTML, CSS/SASS, and JavaScript - 25 points
• Design portfolio - 40 points
• Experience maintaining and updating web applications and content - Experience supporting content updates, UI enhancements, and upkeep of existing applications, including use of WordPress or similar CMS platforms - 20 points
• Experience / Knowledge of agile project management practices - 15 points

Key Skills & Competencies

HTML, CSS/SASS, JavaScript, Adobe XD, Wireframing, Prototyping, WordPress, CMS, Responsive web design, Accessibility, WCAG, Design systems, Cross-browser compatibility, UX design, UI design, Front-end development