Sr. UX/UI Engineer

Veterans United Home Loans; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans United Home Loans is seeking a Senior UX/UI Engineer to drive design and development of web products. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience, a strong portfolio, and be proficient in HTML, JavaScript, CSS/Sass. This in-person position requires collaboration with teams to optimize user experiences.

Located in Columbia, Missouri, we prioritize a supportive environment and are committed to helping military families become homeowners. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience designing and building websites or digital products.
• Strong portfolio showing thoughtful, user-first solutions to complex challenges.
• Strong understanding of layout, typography, color, and advanced design principles.
• Experience in Agile software development.
• Experience designing or building AI-powered products is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive the design and development of web products and user experiences.
• Collaborate with teams to create high-performing landing pages.
• Evaluate design effectiveness through user feedback.
• Provide consultation and support for less experienced Engineers.

Skills

Designing user-first solutions

Proficient in HTML, JavaScript, CSS/Sass

Experience with Responsive Web Design

Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud, Sketch, or Figma

Agile software development

Experience using AI and LLMs

Job description

Qualifications

4+ years of experience designing and building websites or digital products.

Strong portfolio showing thoughtful, user-first solutions to complex challenges.

Strong understanding of layout, typography, color, and advanced design principles.

Experience with Responsive Web Design methodologies.

Proficient in HTML, JavaScript, CSS/Sass, and accessible web development.

Experience with version control and content management systems (CMS).

Proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud, Sketch, or Figma.

Experience in Agile software development, with working knowledge of PHP.

Experience using AI and LLMs to enhance productivity.

Experience designing or building AI-powered products and interfaces is a plus.

Familiarity with A/B or multivariate testing.

About The Role

As a Senior UX/UI Engineer, you will be responsible for driving the design and development of web products and user experiences. You will partner with leaders and stakeholders to conceptualize new products and solutions to customer and business problems, with a strong emphasis on creating high-performing landing pages and optimizing digital experiences that improve customer engagement and conversion outcomes. In addition, you will be responsible for building the front end and pairing with Software Engineers to release your work into the world. You will then team up with Analysts to evaluate the effectiveness of your designs through real user feedback to test, iterate, and continuously improve your experiences. As a senior team member, you will provide consultation and support for less experienced Engineers.

This position is an in-person position in Columbia, Missouri and we are only considering candidates located in or around Columbia, MO or who are willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with designers to turn ideas into polished designs and high-fidelity prototypes.
• Teaming up with developers to build accessible, responsive frontends using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript—getting everything production-ready.
• Creating and testing new experiences, making continuous improvements based on what works best for users.
• Partnering with product owners and stakeholders to understand project goals and help shape product vision and roadmaps.
• Sketching out and presenting user-friendly solutions through workflows and wireframes, gathering feedback and refining designs before they go live.
• Collaborating with analysts and stakeholders to assess how products are performing, digging into analytics and user data to find ways to make them even better.
• Providing consultative support and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
• Pitching in wherever needed to help foster a supportive and collaborative team culture.

About You

You thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment and love working as part of a team. You’re a great communicator—whether it’s writing or speaking, you know how to get your point across clearly and effectively. Providing exceptional customer service is second nature to you, and you always put people first. You know how to build strong, positive relationships and enjoy working with people. You’re self-motivated and take initiative without needing constant direction. You’re comfortable working across teams and departments to get things done. You’re ready to step into a leadership role and help others grow.

About Us

We’re all about helping Veterans and military families become homeowners. In two short decades, we closed over 500,000 VA Loans and became the #1 VA lender for homebuyers in the nation. We always strive to provide friendly service to military homebuyers and their families, and we lift up people and communities across the country. If this role excites you but you don’t check every box, we’re more interested in what you can bring to the team than a perfect checklist. If you’re passionate, driven, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Come as you are, and together we’ll create something amazing. Interested? Apply Today!

Veterans United Home Loans and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers that consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. Click here for Applicant Resources. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations during the hiring process, contact [e-mail]. Veterans United Home Loans is a VA-Approved Mortgage Lender and is not endorsed or sponsored by any government agencies, including the Dept. of Veterans Affairs. NMLS # 1907. Equal Housing Opportunity.