Digital Experience Design UX/UI Designer III Job at EPITEC in Birmingham

Job Title:

Digital Experience Design UX/UI Designer
Position Overview

The Digital Experience Design UX/UI Designer will be part of a collaborative Experience Design (XD) team focused on delivering user‑centered design solutions that enhance digital products and services. This role partners cross‑functionally with product, engineering, and business teams to design intuitive, accessible, and impactful user experiences across the product lifecycle.
Location:

Birmingham, AL (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)
Schedule:

40 hours/week | Standard business hours
Duration:

6 Months Open Ended
Pay Rate:

$72–$73/hr (W2 Only)
Work Authorization:

W2 only – No C2C
Relocation:

Not available – Local or willing to commute candidates only
Key Responsibilities

Lead design initiatives to deliver user‑centered, visually compelling, and functional digital experiences
Own and manage medium‑to‑large design projects across the full product lifecycle
Translate business requirements and functional specifications into clear design solutions and roadmaps
Design information architecture, user interfaces, and interaction flows for digital products
Create user flows, journey maps, wireframes, and low‑to‑high fidelity prototypes
Develop detailed UI specifications for engineering teams to ensure accurate implementation
Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to align on design goals
Ensure designs adhere to established design systems, accessibility standards, and industry best practices
Participate in usability testing and observational research to inform design decisions
Contribute to Agile ceremonies including stand‑ups, PI Planning, retrospectives, and Inspect & Adapt sessions
Partner with accessibility teams to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements
Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and design improvements
Mentor junior designers and contribute to team growth
Advocate for user‑centered design principles across the organization
Ensure compliance with risk, security, and regulatory requirements
Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 6+ years of UX/UI or experience design experience
OR High School Diploma/GED with 10+ years of related experience
Strong experience with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite
Proven ability to translate complex requirements into intuitive design solutions
Experience designing user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and UI specifications
Strong collaboration skills with cross‑functional teams including product and engineering
Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in financial services, insurance, or other highly regulated environments
Experience designing internally‑facing applications
Exposure to modern prototyping tools (e.g., Figma Make)
Advanced expertise in UX/UI design, interaction design, and information architecture
Strong understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design practices
Ability to interpret and apply regulatory and compliance requirements
Strong problem‑solving and design thinking capabilities
Proven ability to own projects, define scope, and prioritize work independently
Excellent communication skills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
High level of accountability, initiative, and adaptability
Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
Ability to effectively collaborate in Agile environments

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