Senior Web Designer

Mektra LLC; Tempe (AZ); Remote; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Mektra LLC is seeking a Senior Web Designer to lead the visual design of client-facing web applications and marketing sites. You will craft wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and design systems that balance aesthetics with usability. This role is for someone who understands that good design drives conversions, not just compliments.

This remote-friendly position emphasizes collaboration with developers and iterative testing to improve performance and user experience for SMB clients.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional web design experience with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in Figma and modern design tools.
• Strong understanding of responsive design, accessibility standards, and web typography.
• Experience designing for conversion: landing pages, forms, CTAs, and user flows.
• Ability to present and defend design decisions to clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design responsive web application interfaces and marketing sites for SMB clients
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups using Figma or similar tools
• Build and maintain component libraries and design systems for consistent delivery
• Collaborate with developers to ensure designs are implemented accurately
• Conduct design reviews and iterate based on client feedback and user testing
• Establish visual direction for new client projects based on brand guidelines and business goals

Skills

Figma

Design systems

Responsive design

Accessibility (a11y)

Conversion-focused design

Client presentation

Tools

Tailwind CSS

Design-to-code handoff

Job description

Remote (US preferred) Contract $90,000 - $135,000 / yr

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Web Designer to lead the visual design of client-facing web applications and marketing sites. You will create wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and design systems that balance aesthetics with usability. This role is for someone who understands that good design drives conversions, not just compliments.

Responsibilities

• Design responsive web application interfaces and marketing sites for SMB clients
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups using Figma or similar tools
• Build and maintain component libraries and design systems for consistent delivery
• Collaborate with developers to ensure designs are implemented accurately
• Conduct design reviews and iterate based on client feedback and user testing
• Establish visual direction for new client projects based on brand guidelines and business goals

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional web design experience with a strong portfolio
• Proficiency in Figma and modern design tools
• Deep understanding of responsive design, accessibility standards, and web typography
• Experience designing for conversion: landing pages, forms, CTAs, and user flows
• Ability to present and defend design decisions to clients and stakeholders

Nice to Have

• Experience with Tailwind CSS or utility-first design frameworks
• Familiarity with React component architecture and design-to-code handoff
• Background designing CRMs, dashboards, or internal business tools
• Experience working in a small agency or consultancy setting
• Understanding of SEO and performance implications of design choices