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UI/UX Designer / Front-End Integration Specialist

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE

The UI/UX Designer / Web Design Integration Specialist is responsible for designing and developing user-centric, visually engaging digital experiences while ensuring seamless integration of applications and technologies within the organization’s web ecosystem. This role focuses on UI/UX design, front-end development, and system integration, creating responsive WordPress templates and reusable front-end components based on Figma designs. The specialist will also support web integration efforts, ensuring that digital interfaces effectively connect with APIs, enterprise systems, and other applications to provide a seamless user experience. Working closely with MarCom and OIT teams, this position ensures brand consistency, accessibility, usability, and technical integration across client websites. The ideal candidate blends expertise in UI/UX design, front-end development, and web integration to create cohesive, high-performing digital platforms.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Design & Prototyping

Develop high-fidelity wireframes, prototypes, and mockups in Figma that align with clients branding and user experience goals.

Build and maintain a Figma component library to ensure design consistency across colleges and digital platforms.

Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business and user needs into intuitive UX/UI solutions.

Apply accessibility (WCAG, ADA) best practices to all design work.

Front-End Implementation

Convert Figma designs into responsive, scalable WordPress templates and UI components.

Utilize CSS frameworks (Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS) and UI libraries to streamline front-end development.

Develop modular, reusable front-end components that integrate with clients CMS and content publishing strategy.

Optimize web interfaces for performance, cross-browser compatibility, and mobile responsiveness.

Work within WordPress’s templating system, ensuring design fidelity and functional flexibility.

Project Execution and Collaboration

Work alongside OIT and MarCom teams to refine designs and deliver seamless digital experiences.

Help create design documentation and style guides to support consistency across teams.

Participate in user testing and feedback loops to refine UX/UI based on datadriven insights.

Assist with site launches, migrations, and content updates to align with evolving brand standards.

Brand Cohesion and Component Management

Maintain brand consistency across all digital platforms by building out a standard Figma component library as brand standards evolve.

Work closely with MARCOM teams to integrate new branding elements into the component library and website templates.

Support content and design updates that reinforce a consistent user experience across digital channels.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Digital Media, UX/UI Design, Web Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience/certifications.

Experience

3+ years of experience in UI/UX design with front-end development knowledge, preferably within higher education or complex web ecosystems.

Technical Skills

Expert proficiency in Figma, including component libraries, design systems, and prototyping.

Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for front-end implementation.

Experience with CSS frameworks (Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS) and modern UI libraries.

Familiarity with WordPress templating and content management workflows.

Basic understanding of PHP for WordPress customization is a plus.

Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG, ADA) and user-centered design principles.

Experience working with version control systems (Git).

Soft Skills

Strong visual design skills with a keen eye for typography, color, and layout.

Ability to translate abstract ideas into effective, user-friendly designs.

Excellent collaboration and communication skills in cross-functional teams.

Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

WORK CONDITIONS

Remote Work: Must have a stable internet connection with a minimum speed of 300 Mbps.

Hours: Full-time position, with potential for flexible scheduling to accommodate project timelines.

Work hours: 9-5pm CST

***Note to agencies: We're currently seeking direct applicants only for this position. This role is not available for contract arrangements. Thank you for understanding.