UI/UX Designer-Long Term Contract Job at Jobs via Dice in Austin

Overview

UI/UX Designer Austin, TX (Hybrid) – Contract: Long-Term. Eligibility: Must be local to the Austin area and able to work onsite 3 days per week. Must be able to work on a W2 basis (no C2C, 1099, or third-party vendors). Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or visa transfer. We are seeking a UI/UX Designer to lead initiatives that improve the accessibility, usability, and responsiveness of large-scale eligibility systems. This role requires expertise in user-centered design, accessibility standards, and the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams.

Minimum Requirements to Be Considered

• 4+ years designing user interfaces and experiences for enterprise systems.
• 4+ years creating wireframes, prototypes, and visual hierarchies with Figma, Adobe XD, and Sketch.
• 4+ years applying UX design principles (hierarchy, contrast, alignment) for responsive and accessible design.
• 4+ years collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into intuitive design solutions.
• Experience supporting Agile development cycles and iterating from sketch to high-fidelity prototypes.
• Strong ability to document and present design solutions to diverse stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead user research and journey mapping to identify optimization opportunities.
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, and visual assets that align with accessibility guidelines and branding.
• Conduct usability testing and apply best practices in responsive design and SEO optimization.
• Collaborate with teams (including Code for America) to ensure design standards meet business objectives.
• Support design for complex systems, including government, healthcare, or finance applications.
• Present complex data and AI/ML insights through effective data visualization.
• Advocate for user-centered design and inclusive, WCAG-compliant solutions.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Software Development