UX/UI Designer

Bernard Nickels & Associates; Fort Lee (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology and digital services firm is looking for a skilled UX/UI Designer for their Fort Lee, NJ office. The role involves leading the design process for web and mobile products, defining UX strategies, and collaborating closely with product teams. Candidates should have over 6 years of experience in UX/UI design, a strong portfolio demonstrating their work, and proficiency in design tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD. This full-time, onsite position offers a competitive salary in the range of $120,000-$140,000.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of UX/UI design experience, ideally in consulting or agency environments.
• Strong portfolio showcasing responsive web and native mobile (iOS/Android) design work.
• Experience working in agile environments alongside engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end UX/UI design from user research to high‑fidelity prototypes.
• Partner with product and engineering teams to define UX strategy.
• Build and maintain scalable design systems and developer‑ready assets.

Skills

UX/UI design

User research

Prototyping

Communication

Agile methodologies

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

Job Title: UX/UI Designer – Web & Mobile Product Design

Work Location: Fort Lee, NJ (onsite role)

Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Salary Range: $120,000-$140,000 (depending on experience)

About the Opportunity:

Our client is a diversified technology and digital services firm with a global footprint, specializing in software development, product innovation, and data-driven solutions. The organization builds and scales enterprise platforms across industries including healthcare, logistics, entertainment, and automotive, with a focus on creating commercially viable, high-impact technologies.

Role Overview:

Our client is seeking a talented UX/UI Designer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This is a hands‑on, builder‑style role suited for someone who can execute high‑quality design work while also contributing to broader product and UX strategy. You will lead user experience and visual design efforts across a range of web and mobile products, working closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to translate complex concepts into intuitive, user‑friendly interfaces.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead end‑to‑end UX/UI design, from user research and journey mapping to wireframes and high‑fidelity prototypes
• Partner with product and engineering teams to define UX strategy and ensure feasibility across web, iOS, and Android platforms
• Build and maintain scalable design systems, component libraries, and developer‑ready assets
• Participate in design reviews, providing thoughtful, user‑centered feedback grounded in best practices
• Stay current on emerging design trends, tools, and technologies to continuously elevate product quality

What We’re Looking For:

• A proactive, solution‑oriented mindset with the ability to create structure in ambiguous environments
• Strong sense of urgency with the ability to balance speed and quality
• High ownership mentality and comfort operating independently

Requirements:

• 6+ years of UX/UI design experience, ideally in consulting or agency environments supporting multiple clients or products
• Strong portfolio showcasing responsive web and native mobile (iOS/Android) design work
• Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD
• Experience working in agile environments alongside engineering teams
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present and defend design decisions to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with front‑end development (HTML/CSS)
• Experience with motion design or video tools for product content