Hudl is hiring: User Experience Designer - Competitive in Chicago

Job Title User Experience Designer - Competitive Company Hudl Overview Hudl is building great teams to shape the next generation of sports technology. We empower people to work their way through challenges, learning from each other, and pushing boundaries to design products that inspire athletes, coaches, and families worldwide. We’ve been recognized as one of Newsweek’s Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces for fostering a supportive culture where employees can thrive. Your Role As a UX Designer, you’ll be responsible for designing core platform features for youth sports teams—everything from onboarding and tryouts to scheduling and communication tools. You’ll create intuitive, effortless experiences for thousands of users, including athletes, families, and coaches who rely on Hudl to stay organized and focused. Responsibilities Conduct user research to uncover latent needs and translate findings into actionable design insights. Storytell visually and verbally by crafting compelling concepts that are differentiated and relevant to both customers and business goals. Clarify ambiguous problem spaces by teasing out user characteristics, environments, and market expectations to support intuitive experiences. Collabore with Engineering, Product, Design, Scrum, and Quality teams to define requirements and deliver focused digital user experiences. Advocate for accessibility, customer needs, and design excellence throughout the product lifecycle, and measure post‑launch impact. Must-Haves Strong communication skills; able to present and defend ideas across cross‑functional teams. Iterative prototyping proficiency—comfortable moving from low‑fi to high‑fi, using tools such as Figma, Miro, and AI‑powered systems. Critical problem‑solving mindset with the ability to create innovative solutions that balance technical, business, and design constraints. Organizational skills, including prioritization and planning at the right level of detail. Technical proficiency in modern, component‑based design software (Figma, Miro, etc.). Robust portfolio showcasing user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and final designs. Nice‑to‑Haves Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative user research and translating insights into product design. Passion for sports technology—even if you’re not an athlete, having connections to the sports world is a plus. Growth mindset focused on continuous learning of emerging technologies and design best practices. Role Benefits Flexibility: remote options, flexible vacation and holidays, meeting‑free “timeout” days. Autonomy: open, honest culture that trusts employees from day one. Career growth: resources and opportunities for professional development. Equipped with the tech stack and hardware needed to excel, whether you’re at the office or remote. Support for mental and physical health via employee assistance programs and partner wellness initiatives. Medical, vision, dental, fertility health, and family benefits through multiple plans. 401(k) match up to 4% of your contribution. Compensation Base Salary Range: $93,000 – $155,000 USD. Starting salaries typically fall near the middle of this range. Compensation decisions are based on experience, skills, and education, aligned with internal pay equity practices. Inclusion at Hudl Hudl is an equal‑opportunity employer. Through our actions, behavior, and attitudes, we foster an environment where everyone, regardless of differences, feels they belong. We continually track our progress and commit to inclusive practices in annual inclusion reports. Privacy Policy Hudl Applicant and Candidate Privacy Policy applies to applicants. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Design, Art/Creative, Information Technology Industry Software Development #J-18808-Ljbffr