Lead ideation through rapid design exploration, mockups, and interactive prototypes
Partner closely with Product Managers to shape concepts into testable user flows and interaction models
Work ahead of engineering to reduce ambiguity and provide clear experience direction prior to implementation
Collaborate with Frontend Engineers to transition designs into scalable, accessible, production-ready experiences
Leverage AI tools to accelerate ideation, iteration, prototyping, and documentation
Create wireframes, high-fidelity designs, and prototypes for internal validation and user feedback
Help establish experience patterns and quality standards in partnership with Frontend Engineering
Contribute to accessibility-first design practices aligned with WCAG guidelines
Support and evolve the design system and component library, prioritizing reusable patterns and thoughtfully evaluating when new components are warranted
Improve usability within the context of an evolving platform, balancing user needs with technical realities and existing architectural constraints
Build upon and refine existing experience patterns while defining scalable approaches for new initiatives
Elevate frontend experience quality through collaborative design reviews and shared learning with engineering teams
Stay current with UX, product design, and AI-assisted design trends

7+ years of UX or product design experience delivering complex digital products
Strong portfolio demonstrating ideation, prototyping, and shipped experiences
Proven experience partnering closely with Product Management and Engineering teams
Demonstrated ability to move quickly from concept to prototype to validation
Experience working with design systems and component-based design approaches
Demonstrated ability to work within established systems while incrementally improving usability and experience quality
Working knowledge of accessibility principles (WCAG)
Strong communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills
Comfort working in fast-paced, evolving environments
Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated experience leveraging AI in design workflows (e.g., Figma AI, ChatGPT, Midjourney, Claude, etc.)
Bachelor’s degree in design, human-computer interaction, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
Experience designing SaaS or complex web applications (EdTech experience a plus)
Familiarity with modern frontend frameworks and development workflows
Experience conducting lightweight usability testing and incorporating feedback rapidly
Experience contributing to or evolving design systems

30+ days of paid time off to start with additional time each year of employment
Employer 401(k) match of up to 3.5%
Significant employer contribution to healthcare benefits
Competitive pay and bonus plan
Generous Health Benefits (Medical insurance (BCBS), Vision insurance (EyeMed), Dental insurance (Mutual of Omaha))
HSA Employer Match
Employer Match to 401k retirement plan
Generous vacation time, sick time, discretionary days, and paid holidays
100% employer-paid dental, EAP, life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
And much more!

Senior UX Designer

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