UX Program Manager: 26-02292

Primary Skills User Experience Design (advanced), Project Management (advanced), Stakeholder Communication (advanced), Risk Management (intermediate), Process Improvement (intermediate), UX design principles (intermediate) Contract Type: W2/C2C only Duration: 6+ Months Contract (High possibility of extension) Location: San Francisco, CA (2-3 Days Hybrid) Pay Range: $60 - $65 Per Hour on W2 Job Summary As a UX Program Manager, you will shape how users interact with our products, ensuring a seamless and impactful user experience. You'll serve as a pivotal bridge among design, research, engineering teams, and other stakeholders, optimizing the design process and workflow. Your role involves planning, risk management, schedule management, and maintaining transparent communication with all project stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Identify and implement improvements in process, tools, documentation, and asset management to empower the UX team in delivering impactful user experiences at scale. Maintain clear and effective communication with cross-functional team leads and executive management about program status, resource needs, risks, and priorities. Identify obstacles and conduct strategic analysis to resolve them sustainably; leverage data to gain insights, influence decision-makers, and develop actionable execution plans. Must-Have Skills Proficient in UX design and user research methodologies. Strong ability to communicate complex interaction concepts across various audiences and organizational levels. Effective at building relationships across different regions and time zones. Prior experience with wearables and devices is preferred. About AKRAYA Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a thriving work environment. Most recently, we were recognized Stevie Employer of the Year 2025, SIA Best Staffing Firm to work for 2025, Inc 5000 Best Workspaces in US (2025 & 2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)! Industry Leaders in Tech Staffing As Talent solutions provider for Fortune 100 Organizations, Akraya's industry recognitions solidify our leadership position in the IT staffing space. We don't just connect you with great jobs, we connect you with a workplace that inspires! #J-18808-Ljbffr Akraya, Inc.