UI/UX Engineer

Artifintech; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Artifintech in San Antonio, TX is seeking an experienced UI/UX Engineer/Architect to lead the design and development of user-centered, scalable digital experiences across enterprise applications.

You will drive UX strategy, design systems, and front-end architecture, collaborating with product, design, and engineering teams to deliver accessible, responsive interfaces that meet WCAG standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in UI/UX design, engineering, or architecture.
• Strong proficiency with modern design tools (Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch).
• Experience building enterprise design systems and component libraries.
• Knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and front-end frameworks.
• Familiarity with WCAG accessibility standards and usability best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead UI/UX architecture, design strategy, and user experience initiatives across enterprise applications.
• Translate business requirements into user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs.
• Develop and maintain design systems, reusable UI components, and design standards.
• Collaborate with product managers, business analysts, architects, and engineering teams.
• Create responsive and accessible interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and design validation.
• Ensure consistency in visual design, interaction patterns, and user experience.
• Work closely with front-end developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
• Optimize usability, performance, and accessibility per WCAG standards.

Skills

UI/UX design

UX research

Design systems

Accessibility awareness

Agile/Scrum collaboration

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

HTML/CSS/JS

React

Angular

Job description

US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other

Job Title:

UI/UX Engineer

Location:

San Antonio TX

Duration:

11 Months + Extension

Bill Rate:

$60/hour (C2C)

Job Type:

W-2, 1099, C2C

Client:

To Be Discussed Later

Work Authorization:

US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced UI/UX Engineer / Architect to lead the design and development of intuitive, user-centric, and scalable digital experiences. The ideal candidate will combine strong UX strategy, UI design expertise, front-end development knowledge, and architectural thinking to deliver modern, accessible, and responsive applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead UI/UX architecture, design strategy, and user experience initiatives across enterprise applications.
• Translate business requirements into user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs.
• Develop and maintain design systems, reusable UI components, and design standards.
• Collaborate with product managers, business analysts, architects, and engineering teams.
• Create responsive and accessible interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and design validation.
• Ensure consistency in visual design, interaction patterns, and overall user experience.
• Work closely with front-end developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
• Optimize application usability, performance, and accessibility in accordance with WCAG standards.

Required Technical Skills

• 8+ years of experience in UI/UX design, engineering, or architecture.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar design tools.
• Expertise in UX research, wireframing, prototyping, user journeys, and interaction design.
• Experience building and managing enterprise-level design systems and component libraries.
• Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and modern front-end frameworks such as React or Angular.
• Experience with responsive design, mobile‑first design, and cross‑browser compatibility.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1/2.2) and usability best practices.
• Understanding of REST APIs, front-end architecture, and component‑based development.
• Experience collaborating with Agile/Scrum development teams.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.