UI/UX Designer - Chicago

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the end-to-end design process, from user research and ideation to wireframing, prototyping, visual design, testing, and implementation.
* Gather and evaluate user requirements in collaboration with product managers, business stakeholders, and development teams.
* Create user flows, information architecture, journey maps, wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes for web and mobile applications.
* Design intuitive, accessible, and visually appealing user interfaces aligned with business goals and user expectations.
* Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, component libraries, and UI standards to ensure consistency across products.
* Conduct user research, usability testing, customer interviews, and heuristic evaluations to identify usability improvements.
* Translate complex business and technical requirements into simple, user-friendly experiences.
* Collaborate closely with UI developers, product owners, business analysts, and QA teams throughout the product lifecycle.
* Create high-fidelity designs using tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar design platforms.
* Ensure designs adhere to accessibility standards, responsive design principles, and platform-specific guidelines.
* Review implemented designs and work with development teams to ensure pixel-perfect execution.
* Analyze user feedback, analytics, and behavioral data to continuously improve user experience and engagement.
* Present and communicate design concepts, rationale, and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership teams.
* Stay current with emerging UX trends, design methodologies, technologies, and industry best practices.
* Support branding initiatives and ensure visual consistency across all digital touchpoints.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Graphic Design, Computer Science, or a related field.
* 4+ years of experience in UI/UX design for web and mobile applications.
* Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in user-centered design and visual design principles.
* Proficiency in Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator, or similar tools.
* Strong understanding of UX methodologies including user research, journey mapping, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing.
* Experience designing responsive and mobile-first applications.
* Knowledge of accessibility standards and usability best practices.
* Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
* Ability to work effectively in Agile/Scrum environments.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience designing enterprise applications, eCommerce platforms, or customer-facing digital products.
* Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and front-end development concepts.
* Experience with design systems and component-based design approaches.
* Knowledge of analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Hotjar, Mixpanel, or similar platforms.
* Experience working closely with cross-functional and distributed teams.

Key Skills

* User Experience (UX) Design
* User Interface (UI) Design
* Wireframing & Prototyping
* Design Systems
* User Research & Usability Testing
* Information Architecture
* Interaction Design
* Responsive & Mobile Design
* Figma / Adobe XD / Sketch
* Visual Design & Branding
* Accessibility & Inclusive Design
* Agile Methodologies

**Compensation, Benefits and Duration**

Minimum Compensation: USD 33,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 117,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full-time employees.
This position is available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post