UX Designer: 25-05252 (San Francisco) Job at Akraya, Inc., San Francisco, CA

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  • Akraya, Inc.
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Primary Skills: UX Design (Expert), Figma (Expert), User Research (Intermediate), Web Design (Expert), Design System (Expert)

Contract Type: W2/C2 only

Duration: 6+ Months contract (High possibility of extension)

Location: San Francisco, CA OR Mountain View, CA (#LI-Hybrid)

Pay Range: $55 - $62 Per Hour on W2

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Senior UX Designer with over 5+ years of experience to join our team either in San Francisco (SFO) or Mountain View (MTV), CA. This role involves using deep user understanding to drive product changes, communicating design intents effectively, and delivering impactful designs that meet product and platform requirements. The ideal candidate will excel in a collaborative environment, partnering closely with UX Research, Product Managers, Engineers, and cross-functional teams to design exceptional user experiences across desktop and mobile web platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Gain and utilize a deep understanding of user needs to inspire product changes.
  • Articulate design intent clearly, advocating for user needs with a strong rationale for design choices.
  • Collaborate closely with UX Research and cross-functional teams to design, refine concepts through live experiments, and deliver exceptional experiences.
  • Manage design specifications and apply UX design frameworks effectively, ensuring adherence to design standards and product requirements.

Must-Have Skills:

  • Strong proficiency in Figma and other UX design tools.
  • Extensive experience in product design or UX, with a portfolio showcasing your work.
  • Excellent collaboration skills, with a proven track record of working effectively with cross-functional teams.

Industry Experience:

  • Prior experience working at MAANG is a must for this role.

About Akraya:

Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm recognized for excellence and a thriving work environment. Recently, we were named in Inc's Best Workplaces 2024 and Silicon Valley's Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Journal (2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022). We are industry leaders in IT staffing, connecting talent with top companies and inspiring workplaces.

Join Akraya Today!

Let us lead you to your dream career and experience the Akraya difference. Browse our open positions and join our team!

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Job Tags

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