UX Designer

Job Summary Our client, a leading financial services organization, is seeking a Product Designer to help evolve a recently launched financial health and wellness platform from MVP to a mature consumer-facing product. This role offers the opportunity to shape the user experience of a growing digital product, driving intuitive and impactful design solutions that enhance customer engagement and satisfaction. The ideal candidate will bring strong digital product design expertise, exceptional UI/UX skills, and experience collaborating closely with engineering teams to deliver high-quality digital experiences in an agile environment. Contract Details Contract Length: 10-month contract with potential for extension Location: New York, NY Work Arrangement: Hybrid Interview Process: Virtual panel interview Important: Portfolio link or case studies must be included at the top of the resume submission Core Responsibilities Create high-fidelity designs, user flows, prototypes, and detailed specifications for web and mobile experiences Design responsive, user-centered interfaces that account for multiple devices, states, and edge-case scenarios Partner closely with engineering teams throughout development and QA to ensure accurate implementation and design quality Build, maintain, and enhance scalable design system components, patterns, and documentation Ensure visual consistency, usability, accessibility, and adherence to design standards across the platform Conduct design reviews, identify implementation issues, and collaborate with engineering teams to resolve defects Design and enhance product features, tools, assessments, calculators, educational experiences, and progress-tracking capabilities Leverage user research, analytics, and feedback to identify opportunities for product improvements and optimize user outcomes Maintain comprehensive design documentation, specifications, and pattern libraries Collaborate with Product Managers, Engineers, Content Teams, and stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle Participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, retrospectives, and roadmap discussions Balance immediate product needs with long-term design strategy and future enhancements Monitor user engagement, adoption, satisfaction, and performance metrics to inform design decisions Translate user needs, business objectives, and research insights into intuitive and effective design solutions Advocate for customer-centric design principles and align cross-functional teams around shared product goals Required Skills & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Design, Interaction Design, HCI, Fine Arts, or related field; equivalent practical experience considered 5+ years of digital product design experience with a portfolio demonstrating production-ready work Portfolio or case studies required for consideration Strong experience designing complex, workflow-driven, data-intensive, or self-service digital products Expertise in UX design, interaction design, visual design, and information architecture Proficiency with Figma, including components, variables, auto layout, prototyping, and Dev Mode handoff Experience using collaborative design tools such as FigJam or Miro Strong understanding of responsive design and multi-device experiences Experience working directly with software engineers from discovery through implementation and QA Experience in Agile product development environments Research-driven and data-informed design decision-making skills Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices Strong communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills Experience designing AI-powered or automated features with awareness of Responsible AI and privacy-by-design principles Preferred Skills & Experience Experience within financial services, financial wellness, education technology, or highly regulated industries Experience designing learning, coaching, guidance, or behavior-change products Experience supporting products after launch through continuous enhancement roadmaps Familiarity with experimentation, A/B testing, personalization, and optimization strategies Experience using qualitative and quantitative research methods to drive product improvements Experience with AI-powered recommendation engines, assistive guidance tools, or personalized digital experiences Key Competencies & Behaviors Exceptional attention to detail with strong execution skills Ability to bring structure and clarity to complex design challenges Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities Customer-focused mindset with a passion for improving user outcomes Effective collaborator who thrives in cross-functional environments Ability to balance strategic priorities with tactical delivery demands Comfortable presenting, defending, and refining design solutions with senior stakeholders Adaptable and responsive in fast-paced Agile environments Work Environment Location: New York, NY Work Arrangement: Hybrid Compensation & Benefits Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $35.00 and $50.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP) 401K offered About KellyMitchell At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr