UX/UI Designer
Pavago
Posted: May 5, 2026
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Quick Summary
UX/UI Designer who can own the full product design lifecycle, from research to developer handoff, with expertise in Figma, Product Design, and User Research, and a strong understanding of user-centered design principles.
Required Skills
Job Description
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 for sprint reviews & handoffs)
About the Role
We’re hiring a UX/UI Designer who can own the full product design lifecycle — from research → wireframes → high-fidelity UI → developer handoff.
This is not just a visual design role. You’ll be responsible for:
• Understanding users
• Solving real product problems
• Designing experiences that drive adoption and conversion
If you’re someone who understands:
👉 Good design = usability + clarity + business impact
This role is a strong fit.
What You’ll Own
User Research & Product Thinking (Core)
• Conduct:
• User interviews
• Surveys
• Usability tests
• Translate insights into:
• Personas
• User journeys
• Product requirements
• Analyze behavior using:
• Hotjar
• FullStory
• Google Analytics
Wireframing & Prototyping
• Create:
• Low-fidelity wireframes
• High-fidelity prototypes
• Use tools like:
• Figma
• Adobe XD
• Sketch
• Iterate quickly based on:
• User feedback
• Stakeholder input
UI Design & Design Systems
• Design clean, modern interfaces with strong:
• Layout
• Typography
• Color systems
• Build and maintain:
• Component libraries
• Design systems
• Style guides
• Ensure responsiveness across:
• Web
• Mobile
Accessibility & Standards
• Design with WCAG 2.1 AA standards:
• Contrast
• Accessibility
• Navigation
• Consider localization and global users
Collaboration & Developer Handoff
• Work closely with:
• Product managers
• Engineers
• Deliver:
• Specs
• Assets
• Documentation
• Use tools like:
• Figma Dev Mode
• Zeplin
• InVision
Iteration & Optimization
• Run A/B tests on design variations
• Gather feedback from:
• Users
• Stakeholders
• QA
• Continuously improve usability and performance
What Makes You a Strong Fit
• You think like a product designer, not just a UI designer
• You balance user needs + business goals
• You can explain why a design works (not just how it looks)
• You are comfortable working in Agile/sprint environments
Required Experience & Skills
• 2+ years UX/UI design experience
• Strong portfolio (UX thinking + UI execution)
• Proficiency in:
• Figma
• Adobe XD or Sketch
• Experience with:
• Wireframing
• Prototyping
• Responsive design
Nice to Have (Top Candidates)
• Experience with:
• SaaS products
• Mobile apps
• E-commerce platforms
• Basic front-end understanding (HTML/CSS)
• Experience building design systems at scale
• Familiarity with analytics and user testing tools
What a Typical Day Looks Like
• Review product goals and user data
• Design wireframes and prototypes for new features
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams
• Refine UI and maintain design systems
• Gather feedback and iterate on designs
In short:
You ensure every user interaction is intuitive, frictionless, and conversion-friendly.
Key Metrics (KPIs)
• Improved usability and user satisfaction
• Higher task completion rates
• Reduced user friction and errors
• On-time delivery for sprints
• Consistent design system adoption
Why This Role Stands Out
• Full ownership of product design lifecycle
• Work on real product decisions (not just visuals)
• High collaboration with product & engineering
• Opportunity to grow into Senior Product Designer / UX Lead
Interview Process
• Initial Phone Screen
• Video Interview with Recruiter
• Portfolio Review + Practical Task
• (e.g., design a 3-screen onboarding flow)
• Client Interview
• Offer & Background Verification
Apply Now
If you:
• Think in user flows, not just screens
• Can turn ideas into clean, usable products
• Care about both UX and UI quality
This role is a strong fit.