Onsite C2C Job: UX Designer (Lead) — Brooklyn, NY

Title UX Designer (Lead) Location Brooklyn, NY – 2 days Remote Job Overview The UX Design Lead will leverage interaction design and front‑end development skills to create prototypes for user testing and implement design solutions that meet the needs of parents and childcare providers, ensuring the hub serves as a comprehensive resource for information, referrals, and services related to childcare in New York. Scope of Services Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including product managers, UX researcher, content strategist, and developers, to translate user needs into design solutions Develop prototypes and high‑fidelity designs for the childcare hub website Conduct prototype testing for new features, analyze findings, and develop design recommendations accordingly Collaborate with a content strategist to develop the overall content design strategy and enhance user experience Mandatory Skills/Experience At least 8 years of proven experience in user experience design, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful user‑friendly consumer‑facing solutions Strong sense of visual design and styling including typography, spacing and use of layout Proficiency in Figma with demonstrated experience in independently creating end‑to‑end design solutions Strong understanding of user‑centered design processes, including the ability to map users’ digital journeys, mock‑up low to high‑fidelity, and create testable prototypes that enhance usability and accessibility Ability to synthesize user research and data insights into design hypotheses and solutions Ability to receive and synthesize teammates’ feedback to improve designs Experience working with product and content strategists to translate outlines and requirements into design solutions Experience working with developers to test out prototypes and conduct visual quality assurance to ensure that digital products were built the way they were intended Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and strategies clearly to partners and cross‑functional teams in non‑technical language Desirable Skills/Experience Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Design or UX Design, Human‑Computer Interaction, Computer Science) Experience working in cross‑disciplinary teams, collaborating with product managers, engineers, and content strategists to deliver user‑centered products and services Experience working in public sector or alongside government partners Strong ability to drive design projects from concept to implementation, with a comprehensive knowledge of design and design research methodologies Experience conducting usability testing or assisting in its implementation, with strong analytical skills to interpret user data and translate research insights into actionable design recommendations Familiarity working within limited design systems, adapting and extending existing components to meet user needs while considering technical feasibility Understanding of accessibility standards and best practices in design to ensure inclusivity for all users Exemplifies diversity, equity and inclusion work in design practice and past projects, with ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders across the city Work Hours and Location Normal business hours Monday‑Friday 35 hours/week (not including mandatory unpaid meal break after 6 hours of work). Schedule: Hybrid: 3 days per week on site in Brooklyn, NY & 2 days Remote. Work Location: 2 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY 11201 #J-18808-Ljbffr Tech Mirrors