User Experience Designer

Job Title: Contract UI/UX Developer Location: Remote Contract Length: 3 months with possible extension Company Overview: At Applied Bell Curve, we believe that exceptional user experiences are central to our products’ success. Our team values creativity, innovation, and an empathetic understanding of user needs. We’re looking for a contract-based UI/UX Developer who can translate design vision into intuitive interfaces and interactions, enhancing our platform’s usability and aesthetic appeal. Role Summary: As a Contract UI/UX Developer, you will collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend developers to implement engaging, user-friendly web interfaces. You will translate high-level requirements and wireframes into polished, interactive prototypes and production-ready code. This position requires strong attention to detail, a keen sense of visual design, and the technical expertise to ensure that our interfaces not only look great but also perform seamlessly across devices. Key Responsibilities:

• Interface Development: Implement responsive, mobile-first web interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks, ensuring compatibility across various browsers and devices.
• UX Implementation: Translate UX research, user flows, and wireframes into functional prototypes. Collaborate with designers to refine interactions, animations, and micro-interactions for optimal usability.
• Design Integration: Work closely with UI/UX designers to understand style guides, pattern libraries, and brand guidelines. Ensure pixel-perfect execution of design deliverables.
• Performance & Accessibility: Optimize front-end code for performance, ensuring fast load times and smooth interactions. Implement accessibility best practices (WCAG standards) to make our product accessible to all users.
• Collaboration: Partner with backend engineers to integrate UI components with APIs and data sources. Participate in cross-functional design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and QA testing.
• Continuous Improvement: Provide feedback on best UI/UX practices, contribute to design system enhancements, and stay current with emerging front-end technologies and design trends.

• Education & Experience:
• Proven experience as a UI/UX Developer (or front-end developer with a strong UX focus), preferably in a contract or freelance capacity.
• A portfolio showcasing responsive web projects and interactive user interfaces.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3 (Sass or Less), and modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue, or Angular).
• Familiarity with design tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD) and the ability to translate design files into clean code.
• Understanding of UX principles, user-centered design, and accessibility best practices.
• Knowledge of build tools (Webpack, Gulp) and version control (Git).
• Preferred Experience:
• Experience working with design systems, style guides, and pattern libraries.
• Knowledge of front-end performance optimization techniques.
• Understanding of responsive and adaptive design principles, including mobile-first development.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with designers, developers, and stakeholders.
• A keen eye for detail, with a focus on delivering a polished, intuitive user experience.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and meet project deadlines with minimal supervision.

• Competitive hourly or project-based compensation.
• Flexible work environment with the possibility of remote work.
• Collaborative team environment where your contributions have a direct impact on product success.
• Opportunities to extend the contract or transition into longer-term engagements based on performance and business needs.
• If you’re passionate about crafting beautiful, user-centric interfaces and want to make a tangible impact on our product’s user experience, we encourage you to apply. Join us on this contract and help shape the future of Applied Bell Curve!