We are seeking a talented UI/UX Engineer to join our team and play a key role in designing and developing intuitive, elegant, and highly functional user experiences. This role sits at the intersection of design and engineering. You’ll not only craft seamless user journeys and interfaces but also bring them to life in code.
As a UI/UX Engineer, you will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and developers to translate user needs and business goals into engaging digital experiences. You’ll be hands-on in prototyping, refining, and implementing UI solutions that scale and delight users.
ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with product, engineering, and design teams to define and deliver user-centric interfaces.
Translate wireframes, mockups, and user flows into functional, responsive UI components.
Implement accessible, performant, and visually consistent experiences across web and mobile platforms.
Conduct usability testing, gather feedback, and iterate on design solutions.
Maintain and contribute to design systems and reusable component libraries.
Stay current with emerging UI/UX trends, tools, and best practices.
Advocate for the user while balancing technical feasibility and business needs.
Must-Have Skills & Experience:
3+ years of experience in UI/UX engineering, front-end development, or a hybrid design/engineering role.
Strong proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, React or similar frameworks).
Demonstrated familiarity with AI-assisted coding & design
Demonstrated experience turning design concepts into production-ready code.
Solid understanding of responsive and adaptive design principles.
Familiarity with Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar design/prototyping tools.
Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices.
Strong portfolio showcasing both design thinking and technical implementation.
Nice-to-Have:
Experience with motion design/animation libraries (Framer Motion, Lottie, etc.), React,ShadCN UI, Highcharts)
Exposure to backend integration (REST/GraphQL APIs).
Understanding of design systems at scale (e.g., Material UI, custom component libraries).
Familiarity with usability testing, analytics tools, and A/B testing.
Experience in startup or fast-paced product development environments.
A user-first mindset with empathy for diverse audiences.
Attention to detail paired with pragmatic problem-solving.
Comfort working in a collaborative, cross-functional team.
Curiosity and eagerness to learn new technologies and design approaches.
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