UX/UI Designer (Figma, Product Design, User Research & Prototyping) – Remote | U.S. Hours
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours (flexibility required for sprint reviews, launches, and developer handoffs)
About the Role
At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a UX/UI Designer to own the full product design lifecycle — from user research and wireframes to polished interfaces and developer-ready handoffs.
This is not just a visual design role.
You will be responsible for:
- Understanding user behavior
- Solving real product problems
- Designing intuitive user experiences
- Improving usability, engagement, and conversion
You’ll work closely with:
- Product Managers
- Engineers
- Stakeholders
To create clean, scalable, and user-friendly digital experiences across web and mobile products.
If you think in:
- User flows
- Product usability
- Conversion-focused experiences
- Scalable design systems
This role is a strong fit.
What You’ll Own
User Research & Product Thinking (Core Focus)
- Conduct:
- User interviews
- Surveys
- Usability testing
- Translate findings into:
- Personas
- User journeys
- User flows
- Product requirements
- Analyze user behavior using:
- Hotjar
- FullStory
- Google Analytics
Wireframing & Prototyping
- Create:
- Low-fidelity wireframes
- High-fidelity prototypes
- Interactive product flows
- Use tools like:
- Iterate designs quickly based on:
- User feedback
- QA findings
- Stakeholder input
UI Design & Design Systems
- Design modern, responsive interfaces with strong:
- Typography
- Layout hierarchy
- Color systems
- Interaction consistency
- Build and maintain:
- Design systems
- Component libraries
- Style guides
- Ensure consistency across:
- Web applications
- Mobile interfaces
- Product experiences
Accessibility & UX Standards
- Design with:
- WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards
- Ensure:
- Strong usability
- Clear navigation
- Mobile responsiveness
- Inclusive experiences
- Consider localization and global user accessibility
Collaboration & Developer Handoff
- Work closely with:
- Product Managers
- Engineers
- QA teams
- Deliver:
- Design specifications
- Assets
- Interaction documentation
- Support developer handoff using:
- Figma Dev Mode
- Zeplin
- InVision
Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Participate in:
- Design reviews
- Product feedback cycles
- A/B testing initiatives
- Improve:
- User flows
- Onboarding experiences
- Feature usability
- Product conversion performance
What Success Looks Like
- Users can navigate products intuitively
- Designs are clean, scalable, and developer-friendly
- Product experiences reduce friction and improve engagement
- Design systems stay consistent across products
- Features are delivered on time and aligned with product goals
What Makes You a Strong Fit
- You think like a product designer, not just a visual designer
- You balance:
- User needs
- Business goals
- Product constraints
- You can explain:
- Why a design works
- Not just how it looks
- You are highly collaborative and comfortable in Agile environments
- You care deeply about usability, clarity, and product impact
Requirements (Must-Have)
Experience
- 2+ years of UX/UI or Product Design experience
- Strong portfolio demonstrating:
- UX thinking
- Product problem-solving
- High-quality UI execution
Core Skills
- Proficiency in:
- Experience with:
- Wireframing
- Prototyping
- Responsive design
- Design systems
- Strong understanding of:
- User-centered design
- Accessibility standards
- Product usability principles
Nice to Have
- Experience designing:
- SaaS platforms
- Mobile applications
- E-commerce products
- Basic front-end understanding:
- Experience with:
- Analytics tools
- User testing platforms
- Large-scale design systems
What a Typical Day Looks Like
- Review user feedback and product priorities
- Design wireframes and product flows
- Create UI screens and prototypes in Figma
- Collaborate with engineering and product teams
- Refine design systems and reusable components
- Participate in sprint reviews and feedback sessions
- Iterate designs based on testing and stakeholder input
In short:
You design intuitive, scalable, and user-friendly product experiences that improve usability, engagement, and product adoption.
Key Metrics (KPIs)
- Improved usability and user satisfaction
- Reduced user friction and drop-offs
- Consistent design system adoption
- On-time delivery of design assets
- Product engagement and conversion improvements
Why This Role Stands Out
- Full ownership of the product design lifecycle
- Direct impact on product usability and growth
- High collaboration with product and engineering teams
- Opportunity to shape scalable design systems
- Growth path into:
- Senior Product Designer
- UX Lead
- Product Design Manager
Interview Process
- Initial Phone Screen
- Video Interview with Recruiter
- Portfolio Review + Practical Task
(Example: Design a 3-screen onboarding flow) - Client Interview
- Offer & Background Verification
Apply Now
If you:
- Think in user journeys, not just screens
- Care about both UX and UI quality
- Enjoy solving product problems through design
- Want ownership across the full design lifecycle
This is a strong opportunity to work on impactful digital products while shaping intuitive user experiences in a fast-moving environment.
