UI/UX Designer (6+ Years Experience)

NXTKEY CORPORATION

UI/UX Designer (6+ Years Experience)

Clinton Township, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    We are seeking a highly skilled UI/UX Designer with a minimum of 6 years of experience in designing engaging, user-centered interfaces for native Android and iOS applications. The ideal candidate (or design duo) will have a deep understanding of mobile design principles, accessibility standards, and the ability to translate complex workflows into seamless user experiences.

    You will be responsible for the end-to-end design process —from research and wireframing to prototyping and delivering pixel-perfect, development-ready designs—built on a scalable, component-driven design system in Figma.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead and execute the user-centered design process , including research, persona development, journey mapping, and prototyping.

    • Design intuitive UX flows , wireframes, and UI screens for Android and iOS native applications.

    • Ensure adherence to Android Material Design and Apple Human Interface Guidelines , maintaining platform consistency and usability.

    • Create, maintain, and scale a custom, component-based Figma design system that supports designers and developers.

    • Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure design feasibility and alignment with business goals.

    • Conduct accessibility reviews and ensure compliance with WCAG 2.2 AA standards.

    • Apply data-driven and user-testing insights to continuously refine and improve product usability.

    • Support Agile delivery processes, contributing to design sprints, reviews, and retrospectives.

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • 6+ years of proven experience in UI/UX design for mobile apps (Android & iOS).

    • Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and end-to-end design workflows.

    • Expertise in Figma , including the creation of custom, scalable design systems.

    • Deep knowledge of Android and iOS design best practices , UX heuristics , and accessibility (WCAG 2.2 AA).

    • Solid experience in wireframing, prototyping , and visual design for mobile environments.

    • Strong communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional teams.

    • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a keen eye for detail and quality.

    Additional Information

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience working in Agile (Scrum or LeSS) environments.

    • Familiarity with developer handoff tools (Zeplin, Figma Inspect) and version-controlled design libraries.

    • Experience collaborating with AI-assisted design tools or automation in Figma workflows.

    • Bachelor’s degree in Design, HCI, Interaction Design , or a related field (or equivalent experience).