UI/UX Designer

UWorld seeks a UX Designer to work on designs related to our website. The successful candidate will create a repository of brand-approved layouts website elements, as well as combine interfaces with workflows to enhance the user experience on our website. A strong portfolio of success web-related UX designs is essential.
Responsibilities
Develop wireframes and prototypes for various web pages
Build optimized designs for product, pillar, blog, and click-funnel pages
Understand website architecture, layout, and design in order to implement web design best practices
Create a repository of approved web-design features (buttons, callouts, carousels, features, social proof, etc.)
Recommend creative designs to solve UX problems (usability, improve conversions)
Communicate design ideas and prototypes to developers
Ensure brand consistency
Requirements
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, computer science, marketing, business or a relevant field
Required Skills
Proven experience as a UX designer, UI designer, or similar role
Wireframing
UX research
UI prototyping
Ability to create web page mockups quickly
Familiarity with user flow
Information architecture
Application development
Proficient with design software
Strong portfolio of web design projects
Superior attention to detail
Ability to interact, communicate, and present ideas in a collaborative environment
Solid organizational, planning, and self-motivation skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multitask and perform under tight deadlines
Required Experience
5 years’ experience as a UX or UI designer (preference will be given to those with UX design experience related to website design and development)
Deep experience with design software, including but not limited to Figma, Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, UXPin, Balsamiq
Portfolio required upon application
Preferred but not Required
Working knowledge of CSS, HTML5, JavaScript, and Bootstrap
Knowledge of Agile
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive compensation (contingent on experience)
Paid time off (based on sliding scale according to hire date and work hours), parental leave, bereavement, and 8 hours of volunteer time
A generous paid vacation schedule that includes the entire week of Christmas
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, vision, dental, life, disability and pet insurance)
401(k) plan for retirement with 5% employer matching (eligibility after 90 days of employment)
Annual professional and career development opportunities available
Relaxed work environment that offers flexibility to work remotely 1 day per week
Social Committee that offers an inclusive environment to get to know coworkers in a fun way
Daily on-site group fitness classes
"At UWorld, we believe strength is derived from the talents, ideas, and experiences of a diverse workforce. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected class. UWorld is proud to be an equal opportunity employer providing a drug-free workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know."