UX/UI Designer
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About the role
UX/UI Designer (Figma, Product Design, User Research & Prototyping) – Remote | U.S. Hours
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours (flexibility required for sprint reviews, launches, and developer handoffs)
About the Role
At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a UX/UI Designer to own the full product design lifecycle — from user research and wireframes to polished interfaces and developer-ready handoffs.
This is not just a visual design role.
You will be responsible for:
Understanding user behavior
Solving real product problems
Designing intuitive user experiences
Improving usability, engagement, and conversion
You’ll work closely with:
Product Managers
Engineers
Stakeholders
To create clean, scalable, and user-friendly digital experiences across web and mobile products.
If you think in:
User flows
Product usability
Conversion-focused experiences
Scalable design systems
This role is a strong fit.
What You’ll OwnUser Research & Product Thinking (Core Focus)
Conduct:
User interviews
Surveys
Usability testing
Translate findings into:
Personas
User journeys
User flows
Product requirements
Analyze user behavior using:
Hotjar
FullStory
Google Analytics
Wireframing & Prototyping
Create:
Low-fidelity wireframes
High-fidelity prototypes
Interactive product flows
Use tools like:
Figma
Adobe XD
Sketch
Iterate designs quickly based on:
User feedback
QA findings
Stakeholder input
UI Design & Design Systems
Design modern, responsive interfaces with strong:
Typography
Layout hierarchy
Color systems
Interaction consistency
Build and maintain:
Design systems
Component libraries
Style guides
Ensure consistency across:
Web applications
Mobile interfaces
Product experiences
Accessibility & UX Standards
Design with:
WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards
Ensure:
Strong usability
Clear navigation
Mobile responsiveness
Inclusive experiences
Consider localization and global user accessibility
Collaboration & Developer Handoff
Work closely with:
Product Managers
Engineers
QA teams
Deliver:
Design specifications
Assets
Interaction documentation
Support developer handoff using:
Figma Dev Mode
Zeplin
InVision
Optimization & Continuous Improvement
Participate in:
Design reviews
Product feedback cycles
A/B testing initiatives
Improve:
User flows
Onboarding experiences
Feature usability
Product conversion performance
What Success Looks Like
Users can navigate products intuitively
Designs are clean, scalable, and developer-friendly
Product experiences reduce friction and improve engagement
Design systems stay consistent across products
Features are delivered on time and aligned with product goals
What Makes You a Strong Fit
You think like a product designer, not just a visual designer
You balance:
User needs
Business goals
Product constraints
You can explain:
Why a design works
Not just how it looks
You are highly collaborative and comfortable in Agile environments
You care deeply about usability, clarity, and product impact
Requirements (Must-Have)Experience
2+ years of UX/UI or Product Design experience
Strong portfolio demonstrating:
UX thinking
Product problem-solving
High-quality UI execution
Core Skills
Proficiency in:
Figma
Adobe XD
Sketch
Experience with:
Wireframing
Prototyping
Responsive design
Design systems
Strong understanding of:
User-centered design
Accessibility standards
Product usability principles
Nice to Have
Experience designing:
SaaS platforms
Mobile applications
E-commerce products
Basic front-end understanding:
HTML/CSS
Experience with:
Analytics tools
User testing platforms
Large-scale design systems
What a Typical Day Looks Like
Review user feedback and product priorities
Design wireframes and product flows
Create UI screens and prototypes in Figma
Collaborate with engineering and product teams
Refine design systems and reusable components
Participate in sprint reviews and feedback sessions
Iterate designs based on testing and stakeholder input
In short:
Key Metrics (KPIs)
Improved usability and user satisfaction
Reduced user friction and drop-offs
Consistent design system adoption
On-time delivery of design assets
Product engagement and conversion improvements
Why This Role Stands Out
Full ownership of the product design lifecycle
Direct impact on product usability and growth
High collaboration with product and engineering teams
Opportunity to shape scalable design systems
Growth path into:
Senior Product Designer
UX Lead
Product Design Manager
Interview Process
Initial Phone Screen
Video Interview with Recruiter
Portfolio Review + Practical Task
(Example: Design a 3-screen onboarding flow)
Client Interview
Offer & Background Verification
If you:
Think in user journeys, not just screens
Care about both UX and UI quality
Enjoy solving product problems through design
Want ownership across the full design lifecycle
This is a strong opportunity to work on impactful digital products while shaping intuitive user experiences in a fast-moving environment.
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