UI/UX Designer

Socket.dev; Auburn Hills (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a UI/UX Designer to lead end-to-end design for mobile and embedded interfaces. You will apply user-centered methods to shape interactions across software and hardware, and translate research into wireframes, prototypes, and production-ready assets.

The role requires strong experience with HMI design, Figma, and design systems, plus the ability to work in agile teams and communicate decisions across technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in UX/UI Design, HCI, or related field.
• Three years in UX/UI design for mobile apps and hardware/software interfaces.
• Portfolio with shipped products, including mobile apps and/or HMI interfaces.
• Experience with Figma and design documentation tools; Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing; translate findings into design decisions.
• Experience with HMI design considerations including tactile feedback and embedded displays.
• Experience with Mobile design guidelines (Apple HIG, Material Design).
• Experience creating high-fidelity wireframes, interactive prototypes, and production-ready assets.
• Ability to explain design decisions to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience working in agile or cross-disciplinary product teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end UX/UI design for mobile and connected device interfaces from concept to implementation.
• Apply user-centered design to define interaction models for software and hardware interfaces.
• Conduct user research to inform design strategy; synthesize findings for decisions.
• Translate research into wireframes, prototypes, and final UI specifications.
• Develop and maintain scalable design systems and UI components in Figma.
• Create visual assets aligned with iOS and Android guidelines.
• Document interface patterns for consistent implementation across platforms.
• Collaborate with firmware and hardware teams to align HMI with product experience.
• Contribute to accessibility, usability, and localization planning.
• Present design rationale in cross-functional reviews and support QA and handoff.
• Adhere to internal design standards and participate in process improvements.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed.

Skills

UX/UI Design

User Research

Wireframing

Prototyping

Design Systems

Figma

Mobile Design

HMI Design

Agile Teams

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in UX/UI Design

Master's degree in UX/UI Design / HCI

Tools

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Description

• Responsible for end-to-end UX/UI design efforts for mobile and connected device interfaces, from concept to implementation
• Applies user-centered design principles to define and improve interaction models for both software (mobile, web) and hardware interfaces (HMI)
• Conducts and synthesizes user research through interviews, usability testing, surveys, and data analysis to inform design strategy
• Translates research findings and technical constraints into wireframes, prototypes, and final UI specifications
• Develops and maintains scalable design systems and UI components in Figma. Creates visual assets including icons, illustrations, and screen layouts aligned with iOS and Android platform guidelines
• Documents interface patterns and interaction behaviors for consistent implementation across platforms, including mobile apps and embedded HMI systems.
• Collaborates with firmware and hardware teams to align HMI design with overall product experience and usability standards
• Contributes to accessibility, usability, and localization planning for international product support
• Participates in cross-functional design reviews and present design rationale to stakeholders
• Ensures compliance with internal design standards and contributes to process improvements
• Supports QA and development teams in design handoff and implementation fidelity
• Will perform additional responsibilities when required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in UX/UI Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or related.
• Three (3) years in any occupation with experience in UX/UI design, designing for mobile applications and hardware/software interfaces (HMI).
• Experience with portfolio of shipped products, including mobile applications and/or HMI-based interfaces;
• Experience with Figma and design documentation tools; Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing; convert findings into actionable design decisions
• Experience with HMI design considerations including tactile feedback, screen states, embedded display limitations, and interaction with physical controls
• Experience with Mobile design guidelines (Apple HIG, Material Design)
• Experience creating high-fidelity wireframes, interactive prototypes, and production-ready design assets
• Experience explaining design decisions to technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience working in agile or cross-disciplinary product development teams
• Manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.

ALTERNATE EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Employer will accept a Master's degree in UX/UI Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or related and one (1) year in any occupation with experience in UX/UI design, designing for mobile applications and hardware/software interfaces (HMI). Must have skills listed above.

HYBRID EMPLOYEE:

Reports to company headquarters in Auburn Hills, MI. Can work remotely up to 20%.