[Hiring] Lead UX Designer & Researcher @Jobgether

Role Description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior UX Research & Design Lead - REMOTE. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in guiding and nurturing our UX team, while also being actively engaged in hands-on work. Your leadership will be crucial as we strive to elevate our UX practices, improve digital experiences for public services, and foster collaboration with other departments. You will help shift from reactive to strategic UX improvements, work toward modernizing our processes, and enhance the overall product quality and consistency. This role offers the opportunity to impact both our team and the users we serve significantly.

• Lead and grow the UX team, focusing on performance assessments and career development.
• Design and refine practical UX processes tailored to our culture and product lifecycles.
• Set and uphold standards for UX quality, focusing on usability and accessibility.
• Partner with teams to create a centralized design system and ensure consistent UI components.
• Encourage innovative use of AI-assisted tools within the UX practice.
• Collaborate with product and tech leaders to integrate accessibility into workflows.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in UX Research & Design, preferably in B2B/B2G or SaaS applications.
• 2+ years in a leadership capacity, with direct people management experience.
• Strong background in both research and design methodologies.
• Familiarity with modern UX tools such as Figma and various research platforms.
• Working knowledge of WCAG accessibility standards.
• Proven ability to prioritize UX work and communicate effectively with diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Fully remote work environment with flexibility across time zones.
• Opportunities for coaching and mentoring within a collaborative culture.
• Continuous learning and professional growth support.
• Occasional travel for team gatherings and client meetings (up to 10%).
• Competitive salary range of $110,000–$170,000/year.