UX/UI Designer [75575]

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire a UX/UI Designer for an Educational client.This is a 6+ month contract opportunity. The role is fully remote.Job Description: We are seeking a Senior UX/UI Design Lead to support our web and ecommerce user experience program and other online experiences. The ideal candidate should be proficient in design systems thinking and will work closely with:• Web Content Authors: Design and optimize web components.• Product Managers and Engineers: Ensure efficient design using Bootstrap 5.• Branding Stakeholders and Designers: Collaborate on content presentation within brand guidelines.• Business Stakeholders: Communicate design solutions informed by research and analytics.The Senior UX/UI Lead will work with research leads, UX designers, analytics teams, and product management to translate customer and business requirements into visual designs. They will manage a design roadmap, optimize design tools, and iteratively improve site experiences.Responsibilities:• Leadership: Align research initiatives with design processes.• UX/UI Ownership: Shape navigation, page layouts, and user flows; set priorities; guide timely project delivery.• Agile UX Strategy: Define and implement UX strategies within an agile framework.• System Standardization: Foster consistent, scalable, and accessible web design.• Cross-Team Collaboration: Promote design system adoption across teams.Job Requirements:• Education: BA/BFA in Design, HCI, CS, or related field, or equivalent experience.• Experience:• Strong portfolio demonstrating digital design experience (web and mobile). Ecommerce and/or ed tech experience is a plus.• Proficiency in UX software (Figma, Sketch, InVision, Storybook). Knowledge of Axure and UXPin is a plus.• Understanding of web accessibility and usability.• Ability to manage multiple projects in an Agile environment.• Effective communication across technical and non-technical audiences.• Experience leading research and leveraging metrics to inform design.Skills:• Hands-on UX/UI experience• Proficiency with UX/UI tools (e.g., Figma)• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana)• Familiarity with analytics tools (e.g., Adobe Analytics)Years of Experience: 3-7 yearsPerks & Benefits:• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance• Life Insurance• 401k Program• Commuter Benefit• eLearning• Education Reimbursement• Ongoing Training & Development• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.To learn more about this UX/UI Designer opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.