UX Design Lead

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Vaco Recruiter Services

Irvine

Remote

CAD 70,000 - 110,000

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2 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Senior Lead UI/UX Designer
Duration: 6-12 Month Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Fully Remote – CA
Overview
We are seeking a skilled UI/UX Designer for a 6–12-month contract-to-hire position. The ideal candidate will have experience designing digital products, a strong portfolio demonstrating UI/UX expertise, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities
1. UI/UX Design & Prototyping

Design user interfaces, interaction flows, and information architecture for digital products.
Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using Figma.
Ensure a consistent, intuitive, and accessible user experience across platforms.

2. User Research & Testing

Conduct user research and usability testing to validate design decisions.
Utilize research tools like UXTweak, UserZoom, or UserTesting to gather insights.
Apply user-centered design principles to optimize product usability.

3. Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with Product Managers, Developers, and Stakeholders to align design solutions with business objectives.
Present and articulate design concepts to cross-functional teams.
Iterate on designs based on user feedback and stakeholder input.

4. Project & Time Management

Manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently.
Balance high-quality design work with project timelines.
Ensure timely delivery of design assets while maintaining design excellence.

Requirements

5+ years of UI/UX design experience with a focus on digital product solutions (not just branding or marketing websites).
Strong portfolio showcasing strategic and conceptual thinking in UI/UX design.
Expertise in Figma for wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity UI design.
Deep understanding of user-centered design, accessibility, and research methodologies.
Experience conducting and applying user research insights to inform design.
Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.

Nice to Have

Experience in Wealth Management or the Financial Industry.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies, iterating based on user and stakeholder feedback.
Knowledge of Storybook, Chromatic, NPM, and front-end development principles.
Basic understanding of CSS/HTML.
Degree in Graphic Design, UI/UX, or a related field.