1959 IT & Software Developer jobs in the UK
Requirements
Must:
- Proficiency with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar platforms.
- Experience working alongside UI designers and developers, ideally in environments using Angular.
- Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript principles to effectively communicate with development teams.
- Experience with user research and usability testing tools (UserTesting, Hotjar, Google Analytics, etc.).
- Proven experience designing and optimising complex user journeys within large-scale organizations.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with confidence in engaging and influencing senior stakeholders.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a passion for user-centered design.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Desirable:
- Experience managing or contributing to design systems and component libraries.
- Knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG 2.1).
- Familiarity with data-driven UX optimisation and experimentation frameworks.
- Experience in responsive and mobile-first design principles.
Technologies
AI
REST
Sketch
UX UI Design
Responsibilities
In this role, I will be responsible for creating intuitive, engaging, and impactful user experiences that align with both business objectives and user needs. Working within an Agile/Scrum environment alongside product owners, product managers, UI designers, and developers (including those working in Angular), I will translate complex requirements into user-friendly designs, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity visual assets.
Key accountabilities include:
- Designing intuitive user interfaces and interactions for web and mobile applications that meet both user needs and business goals.
- Conducting user research including persona development, journey mapping, and competitive analysis to inform design decisions.
- Building and optimising user journeys that simplify complex interactions and deliver measurable improvements in usability.
- Developing wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to illustrate design ideas and user flows.
- Collaborating in an Agile/Scrum environment, participating in ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
- Acting as an advocate for the end user, ensuring accessibility and usability are prioritised throughout design and delivery.
- Conducting usability and A/B testing, leveraging insights from tools like UserTesting, Hotjar, and Google Analytics to refine designs.
- Presenting design concepts, rationale, and results confidently to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Contributing to and maintaining design systems and style guides to ensure visual and interaction consistency across all digital products.
- Collaborating with the product owner to groom the backlog and prioritise UX work based on user and business value.
Description
This contract position is remote, with occasional travel to Bristol or Plymouth for stakeholder meetings. I will have the opportunity to work on a high-profile programme for a leading energy company, shaping end-to-end digital experiences in a collaborative environment with talented designers, developers, and product professionals. At Pontoon, we put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more, showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. We also use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process, ensuring a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
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How many UX, UI Designer jobs are in the UK?
Currently, there are 1959 UX, UI openings. Check also: Figma jobs, Sketch jobs - all with salary brackets.
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The company with most openings is Hays Technology as they are hiring for 53 different UX, UI Designer jobs in the UK. They are probably quite committed to find good UX, UI Designers.