M-11/13 - 8751 - UI/UX Designer - Phoenix, AZ

Focused HR Solutions, LLC; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

On-site days in Phoenix

Job summary

Focused HR Solutions, LLC is seeking a UI/UX Designer for a 7+ month contract with a hybrid schedule. The role will involve primarily remote work with some on-site days in Phoenix, AZ, and requires current AZ residence and an in-person interview.

GitHub portfolio review is requested on the resume. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of UI/UX experience, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, and Photoshop.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human-computer interaction, interaction design, graphic design, or related field (or equivalent).
• Minimum 4+ years of UI/UX design experience for web/digital products.
• Strong portfolio showing user-centered design, responsive interfaces, and accessibility best practices.
• Proficiency with Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Photoshop.

Responsibilities

• Create exceptional user experiences with professional, visually compelling interfaces.
• Collaborate with BI developers to design dashboards and reports.
• Design wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups with Figma, XD, or Sketch.
• Conduct user research and usability testing; iterate designs from feedback.
• Ensure WCAG and Section 508 accessibility across interfaces.
• Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and reusable UI components.
• Define usability and interface standards for cohesive UX across products.
• Partner with Product Owners and Business Analysts to translate requirements into design solutions.
• Create sketches, wireframes, and prototypes to support early concepts.

Skills

UI/UX design

User research

Agile/Scrum

Portfolio

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction or related field

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

Photoshop

Job description

• Hybrid work model - first 2 weeks on-site in Phoenix, AZ and then 2-3 days on-site each week. Candidate must currently reside in Arizona – no relocation allowed. Candidate must attend an in-person interview. Candidate must provide AZ Driver’s License as proof of residency. Candidate must work AZ time zone business hours. All work must be completed in the United States.

Max Rate is $45-55/hr W2 or $50-60/hr Corp to Corp - Direct with resource ONLY, No Subcontractors Allowed

Description

Our direct client has an opening for a UI/UX Designer # 8751. This position is for 7+ months, with option of extension, and will be worked in a hybrid schedule with some days on-site in Phoenix, AZ – however mostly remote. All work must be completed in the United States.

GitHub (Please have GitHub on your resume so Manager can review your portfolio)

Key Responsibilities

• Create exceptional user experiences through professional, visually compelling interface designs.
• Work with BI developers in designing effective and visually appealing dashboards and reports.
• Design wireframes, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups using tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch.
• Conduct user research and usability testing; iterate designs based on feedback and data insights.
• Ensure compliance with WCAG and Section 508 accessibility standards across all interfaces.
• Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and reusable UI components for consistency.
• Define and enforce usability and interface standards to ensure a cohesive user experience.
• Collaborate closely with developers to ensure accurate implementation of design specifications.
• Partner with Product Owners and Business Analysts to translate business requirements into intuitive design solutions.
• Create sketches, wireframes, and prototypes to support early product concepts and ideation.
• Design intuitive interfaces for Microsoft platform tools while maintaining brand and usability standards.
• Advocate for user needs throughout discovery, design, and development phases.
• Communicate design concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning and reviews.
• Mentor business analysts on design best practices.
• Present and refine design ideas through reviews and stakeholder feedback sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human-computer Interaction, Interaction Design, Graphic Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in UI/UX design for web or digital products.
• Strong portfolio showcasing user-centered design, responsive interfaces, and accessibility best practices.
• Proficiency in modern design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, and Photoshop.
• Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and applying insights to design iterations.
• Knowledge of WCAG and Section 508 accessibility standards and related testing tools.
• Familiarity with design systems, style guides, and component libraries.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting design concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting user research, usability tests, and synthesizing findings into actionable insights.
• Knowledge of WCAG accessibility testing tools and methodologies.
• Translate design concepts into responsive, accessible, and performant front-end code using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with Web development technologies, such as ASP.NET MVC, Razor, and/or Blazor.