UX/UI Designer

SOVRA; Calgary; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public procurement platform in Calgary is seeking a Senior UX / UI Designer to create engaging digital experiences. The role involves leading design processes, conducting user research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have over 5 years of UX/UI experience and expert-level proficiency in Figma. Join a team committed to innovation and improving public procurement solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional UX/UI design experience.
• Strong grasp of interaction design and accessibility standards.
• A strong portfolio showcasing end-to-end design processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full UX/UI design process from user research to delivery.
• Conduct usability testing and data-driven design iterations.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs.

Skills

Figma proficiency

User-Centered Design

Design Sprints

Responsive Design

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design or related field

Tools

HTML

CSS

React

Prototyping tools

Job description

Location: Calgary

About Sovra

SOVRA is a leading public procurement platform serving over 7,000 government agencies and connecting them with more than 1 million suppliers across North America. SOVRA offers comprehensive, end-to-end solutions tailored for the public sector.

SOVRA’s solutions are purpose-built to address the unique challenges of public procurement, ensuring compliance, enhancing efficiency, and promoting transparency. Our commitment to innovation has been recognized with the Achievement of Excellence in Procurement (AEP) Certification from the National Procurement Institute, affirming our platform’s adherence to the highest standards in efficiency and vendor accessibility.

By leveraging SOVRA’s advanced tools and expansive supplier network, public agencies can optimize every tax dollar spent, drive better procurement outcomes, and deliver exceptional services to their communities.

You can find more info about SOVRA at SOVRA.com

About the Role

We’re looking for a Senior UX / UI Designer who’s passionate about creating intuitive, engaging digital experiences that truly solve customer problems. In this role, you’ll take ownership of the entire design process — from research and ideation to polished, production-ready interfaces.

You’ll collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and customers to turn complex requirements into delightful, user-centered solutions. If you love design sprints, live in Figma, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment — we’d love to meet you.

What will your main responsibilities look like?

• Lead the full UX/UI design process — from user research to high-fidelity delivery.
• Plan and run design sprints to quickly uncover customer needs, validate ideas, and ensure solutions fit real-world workflows.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to translate business goals into exceptional product experiences.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and data-driven design iterations.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs that communicate ideas clearly and effectively.
• Use and contribute to design systems, ensuring consistency and scalability across all products.
• Mentor and support other designers while promoting design best practices across the organization.
• Stay current on emerging UX trends, accessibility standards, and design technologies.

What elements of your professional background will be necessary and useful in this role?

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, HCI, or related field — or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of professional UX/UI design experience.
• Experience in B2B SaaS environments.
• Expert-level proficiency in Figma — you know components, prototyping, and collaboration inside out.
• Experience planning and facilitating design sprints and rapid prototyping sessions.
• Strong grasp of responsive design, interaction design, and accessibility (WCAG) standards.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, React) is a plus.
• A strong portfolio that demonstrates your end-to-end design process and real-world impact.

What will make you stand out?

• A creative problem-solver with a deep understanding of human-centered design and user workflow integration for B2B customers.
• Strong visual design sense and attention to detail — you care about the pixels and the big picture.
• Excellent communicator who can explain design rationale to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Team player who thrives in a fast-moving, collaborative environment.
• Self-motivated and organized, with a passion for building great user experiences.
• Experience using AI productivity tools such as Replit.

Thank you for your interest in SOVRA. However, only selected candidates will be contacted.

At SOVRA, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We provide a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. In addition, we are committed to ensuring pay equity across our organization and regularly review our compensation practices.