UX/UI Design Specialist

Daley And Associates, LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Daley And Associates, LLC is seeking a UX/UI Design Specialist in Boston, MA to translate user needs into audience-friendly interfaces for web and mobile. The role requires 2-4+ years of UX/UI experience and a solutions-oriented mindset.

A hybrid work model is offered with on-site presence three days a week. Responsibilities include creating user-centered designs, conducting usability studies, and ensuring brand consistency across digital interfaces while collaborating with internal teams to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Computer Science, or related field.
• 2-4+ years of UX/UI design experience (internships included).
• Proficient with Adobe XD, Figma or similar tools; experience with CMS is a plus.
• Experience with HTML and CSS; strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and refine mobile and web interfaces to ensure positive digital experiences.
• Conduct user research (interviews, usability tests, surveys) to inform decisions.
• Review designs for brand alignment, objectives, and user needs; provide feedback.
• Assist in creating wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and prototypes aligned with brand goals.
• Work with internal teams to implement design specs and UX requirements.
• Prepare and improve user personas, flows, and journey maps to highlight needs.
• Create, update, and maintain design assets with project teams.
• Stay current on design trends and help improve processes.
• Provide additional support as needed.

Skills

UX design

User research

Wireframes

Prototyping

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design/CS or related field

Tools

Adobe XD

Figma

AEM / CMS

HTML

CSS

Job description

UX/UI Design Specialist

We’re currently seeking candidates for a UX/UI Design Specialist position at a highly successful investment management firm located in Boston, MA. The UX/UI Design Specialist will translate user needs and organizational goals into audience-friendly digital interfaces (web and mobile) while ensuring adherence to brand standards. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of UX/UI experience and a solutions-oriented mindset and proactive approach.

This is a 6+ month contract position paying between $35-$40/hour (depending on experience). This role supports a hybrid work-model consisting of three on-site and two remote days per week. This opportunity requires on-site presence in Boston, MA for the three on-site workdays.

Responsibilities

• Create and refine user-friendly digital interfaces, including mobile and web, to ensure positive digital experiences.
• Conduct user research (interviews, usability testing, and surveys) and analysis to develop data-driven decisions.
• Review digital interface designs with focus on brand standards, business objectives, and user needs. Provide feedback and propose solutions.
• Assist in creating wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and prototypes while ensuring alignment to brand goals and standards and user needs.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to implement accurate design specifications, user experience requirements, and assets.
• Assist in preparing and improving user personas and flows, journey maps, and ad-hoc documentation that highlights user needs and promotes positive, cohesive user experience across digital interfaces.
• Create, update, and maintain design assets while working collaboratively with project teams and stakeholders.
• Stay up-to-date on design technologies and trends and assist in continuous process improvement processes.
• Provide additional support as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Computer Science, or related field (required).
• 2-4+ years of UX/UI design experience (including internships). Financial services experience a plus, but not required.
• Previous experience with Adobe XD, Figma, and/or similar design and prototyping tools.
• Experience utilizing Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) or similar content management system (CMS).
• Experience with HTML and CSS.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently while adapting to evolving needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to prioritize and problem-solve.