UI Engineer - Remote

YO AI Labs; New York (NY); Remote; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

YO AI Labs is seeking a UI Engineer contractor to design and build high-quality user interfaces for AI-powered products, with a strong focus on usability and accessibility.

You will collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to translate requirements into elegant UI solutions, implement responsive designs, and drive frontend excellence.

This remote role requires clear communication and the ability to work independently in a distributed team.

Qualifications

• Proven UI design principles and frontend development methods.
• Experience with modern frontend frameworks (React, Vue, Angular).
• Strong HTML, CSS, JavaScript skills and component-based architecture.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with collaborative mindset.
• Empathy for end-users and pixel-perfect execution.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality user interfaces with a strong emphasis on usability and accessibility.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to translate requirements into elegant UI solutions.
• Implement responsive designs to ensure cross-platform and cross-device compatibility.
• Champion best practices in frontend development, including component reusability and performance optimization.
• Participate in design reviews and offer constructive feedback to elevate UI quality and consistency.
• Stay current with the latest UI trends, technologies, and frameworks to drive innovation.
• Clearly document technical decisions and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

UI design

Frontend frameworks

HTML/CSS/JS

Component-based

Remote work

Pixel-perfect

Independent work

Job description

Job Title: UI Engineer

Job Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

Job Summary: In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality user interfaces with a strong emphasis on usability and accessibility.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to translate requirements into elegant, functional UI solutions.
• Implement responsive designs to ensure cross-platform and cross-device compatibility.
• Champion best practices in frontend development, including component reusability and performance optimization.
• Participate in design reviews and offer constructive feedback to elevate UI quality and consistency.
• Stay current with the latest UI trends, technologies, and frameworks to drive innovation.
• Clearly document technical decisions and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proven expertise in UI design principles and frontend development methodologies.
• Extensive experience with modern frontend frameworks such as React, Vue, or Angular.
• Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and component-based architectures.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a passion for clear, open collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to empathize with end-users and deliver delightful experiences.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to pixel-perfect execution.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a fully remote, distributed environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with UI animation, micro-interactions, or design systems.
• Background in building accessible, inclusive digital products.
• Prior experience working with cross-functional, remote teams.