UX Designer

K2United is an organization that houses two distinct, national, customer-facing brands tied together by a shared purpose: setting the standard for an extraordinary workplace. Through our brands, K2Share and CareerSafe, we provide advisory services in cyber risk management and online education for workforce readiness. Our four core values define how we show up every day:

• Respect Others – We lead with respect, building trust and connection.
• Internally Driven – We are relentlessly compelled to accomplish our objectives.
• Collaborative Innovation – We create by listening, sharing, and working together.
• Client Success – We hold our client’s mission as our own.

We believe in people who are accountable, curious, and motivated to make an impact that matters. Our programs make a big impact—CareerSafe supports 2 million+ users per year, and K2Share delivers IT support on federal systems. You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference in a mission-driven, small-business environment that values professional growth and work/life balance.

About You

You’re passionate about creating exceptional experiences for your users. You enjoy finding thoughtful solutions to common problems, and you notice when something isn’t working as well as it should. You care about clarity, usability, and the details that make a product feel intuitive.

You’re looking for a team that’s both smart and collaborative, and you value a workplace that recognizes and appreciates your contributions. You’re comfortable taking initiative, moving work forward, and seeking input when needed. You take pride in following through and delivering work that is both thoughtful and complete.

Your Impact

You’ll be at the forefront of our user-centered design efforts. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to craft intuitive, visually appealing, and user-friendly digital experiences. If you’re passionate about improving user journeys and have a keen eye for detail, we want to hear from you!

As a UX Designer at K2United, you will:

• Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes that clearly communicate how our products should function and feel
• Advocate for the user by incorporating research, personas, and best practices into your design decisions
• Identify friction in user flows and proactively propose solutions before and during implementation
• Collaborate closely with development and testing teams, supporting features as they move from design to release
• Contribute to and maintain UX standards, helping ensure consistency across our products
• Create and conduct user research and usability testing to continuously improve the experience

• 4–6 years of experience designing digital products, with a portfolio that demonstrates strong problem-solving and execution
• Proficiency in Figma, including component-based design, auto layout, and prototyping
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices
• Experience translating complex requirements into clear, intuitive design solutions
• Ability to create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes that are ready for development
• Experience working in Agile environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with user research methods and the ability to apply insights to design decisions
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain design rationale to a variety of stakeholders
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Ability to manage your own work, prioritize effectively, and move projects forward with appropriate guidance

Benefits: We’re invested in the people who make our success possible. As a K2United employee, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive set of benefits and opportunities that meet you where you are. These benefits include:

• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
• Low-cost, comprehensive medical benefits for employees and their families
• Flexibility for those needing time off for jury duty, voting, military leave, etc.
• Paid time off
• Wellness stipend program (includes fitness reimbursement program)
• Tuition stipend
• Casual dress work environment
• Technical training and certifications as required
• Any of our CareerSafe Online training courses for free to employees and their immediate family

Applicants must be willing to take a drug test and submit to a credit and background investigation as part of the selection process. The U.S. government restricts access by Foreign Nationals to certain types of technology and technical data. Consequently, this posting is intended only for U.S. citizens. 

K2United, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of job responsibilities. K2United management reserves the right to change or alter this job description at any time without notice.