Percent Group Inc. is hiring: UX Design Manager in Lincolnshire
Percent Group Inc., Lincolnshire, IL, United States
95 Percent Group is looking for an experienced UX Design Manager to lead the design of a digital learning ecosystem that will transform educational outcomes. In this role, you will champion user‑centered design practices while collaborating with product management, engineering, and curriculum teams to create intuitive, evidence‑based learning experiences. This position is ideal for a designer passionate about educational technology and committed to measurable impact on student learning.
Key Responsibilities
UX Strategy and Design
Guide the end‑to‑end design process for our instructional learning products, from research and ideation through implementation and iteration.
Stakeholder Management
Present design rationale, tradeoffs, and recommendations to key cross‑functional stakeholders.
User Research and Testing
Conduct user research with educators, administrators, and students to inform design decisions; participate in usability testing and gather feedback to validate design hypotheses.
Translate learning science principles and educational research into intuitive product experiences. Work closely with instructional design and/or curriculum teams to ensure pedagogical soundness.
Collaborate Cross‑Functionally
Partner with product managers, engineers, and curriculum specialists to align design vision with technical feasibility and learning objectives.
Design Culture
Build a strong design culture; establish and advocate for design best practices.
Accessibility and Inclusion
Ensure all designs meet accessibility standards (WCAG) and serve diverse learner populations, including students with varying needs and abilities.
Iterate Based on Data
Use analytics, user feedback, and efficacy research to continuously improve product experience and track design impact on learning outcomes.
System Design
Experience designing complex workflows, dashboards, or multi‑role platforms.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of UX design experience, with at least 3 years in EdTech
Proficiency with design tools (Figma, Adobe XD, or similar) and prototyping
Deep understanding of user‑centered design methodologies and the ability to advocate for users
Experience designing for diverse user groups (K–12 students, educators, parents, administrators)
Knowledge of learning science principles and how they apply to product design
Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate design decisions to stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
Background in literacy education or instructional design
Experience with A/B testing and data‑driven design decisions
Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) or educational assessment platforms
Understanding of educational policy, standards, and compliance requirements (FERPA, COPPA)
Experience designing for platforms used in the classroom
What We’re Looking For
Passion for Education: A genuine commitment to improving student learning outcomes and closing achievement gaps
Curiosity and Empathy: The ability to deeply understand learners’ needs, frustrations, and aspirations
Evidence‑Based Thinking: Comfort working with learning science, efficacy research, and data to validate design decisions
Collaborative Spark: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with educators, product teams, and expert stakeholders
Growth Mindset: Willingness to learn from users, iterate rapidly, and adapt based on feedback
95 Percent Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Key Responsibilities
UX Strategy and Design
Guide the end‑to‑end design process for our instructional learning products, from research and ideation through implementation and iteration.
Stakeholder Management
Present design rationale, tradeoffs, and recommendations to key cross‑functional stakeholders.
User Research and Testing
Conduct user research with educators, administrators, and students to inform design decisions; participate in usability testing and gather feedback to validate design hypotheses.
Translate learning science principles and educational research into intuitive product experiences. Work closely with instructional design and/or curriculum teams to ensure pedagogical soundness.
Collaborate Cross‑Functionally
Partner with product managers, engineers, and curriculum specialists to align design vision with technical feasibility and learning objectives.
Design Culture
Build a strong design culture; establish and advocate for design best practices.
Accessibility and Inclusion
Ensure all designs meet accessibility standards (WCAG) and serve diverse learner populations, including students with varying needs and abilities.
Iterate Based on Data
Use analytics, user feedback, and efficacy research to continuously improve product experience and track design impact on learning outcomes.
System Design
Experience designing complex workflows, dashboards, or multi‑role platforms.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of UX design experience, with at least 3 years in EdTech
Proficiency with design tools (Figma, Adobe XD, or similar) and prototyping
Deep understanding of user‑centered design methodologies and the ability to advocate for users
Experience designing for diverse user groups (K–12 students, educators, parents, administrators)
Knowledge of learning science principles and how they apply to product design
Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate design decisions to stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
Background in literacy education or instructional design
Experience with A/B testing and data‑driven design decisions
Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) or educational assessment platforms
Understanding of educational policy, standards, and compliance requirements (FERPA, COPPA)
Experience designing for platforms used in the classroom
What We’re Looking For
Passion for Education: A genuine commitment to improving student learning outcomes and closing achievement gaps
Curiosity and Empathy: The ability to deeply understand learners’ needs, frustrations, and aspirations
Evidence‑Based Thinking: Comfort working with learning science, efficacy research, and data to validate design decisions
Collaborative Spark: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with educators, product teams, and expert stakeholders
Growth Mindset: Willingness to learn from users, iterate rapidly, and adapt based on feedback
95 Percent Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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