What are the responsibilities and job description for the UX/UI Designer position at Upkid?
Company Overview
Upkid is an innovative education technology company dedicated to matching daycares and preschools with exceptional early childhood teachers. Our mission is to provide flexible, rewarding job opportunities that empower educators to make a meaningful impact on young learners.
Summary
As a UX/UI Designer at Upkid, you will play a vital role in enhancing the user experience for our platform. Located in a dynamic environment, you will contribute to our mission of connecting educators with fulfilling job opportunities while ensuring our digital products are user-friendly and visually appealing.
Responsibilities
- Conduct user research and gather requirements to inform design decisions.
- Design intuitive and engaging user interfaces for web and mobile applications.
- Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using tools like Axure.
- Collaborate with developers to ensure designs are implemented accurately and effectively.
- Utilize feedback from users to iterate on designs and improve overall user experience.
- Work closely with product managers and stakeholders to align design goals with business objectives.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in UX/UI design.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in UX/UI design with a strong portfolio showcasing your work.
- Strong skills in requirements gathering and translating them into effective design solutions.
- Proficiency in design tools such as Axure, Sketch, or Figma is preferred.
- Familiarity with web technologies including JavaScript, SASS, and responsive design principles.
- Experience designing for mobile devices is a plus.
- Knowledge of project management tools like Jira is beneficial but not required.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
If you're passionate about creating impactful user experiences that empower educators, we invite you to apply today and help shape the future of early childhood education at Upkid!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $81,156.00 - $89,094.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Associate Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- American Fork, UT 84003 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- American Fork, UT 84003: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in American Fork, UT 84003
Salary : $81,156 - $89,094
