Job#: 3030557 Job Description: UI/UX DesignerLocation: IRVING, Texas (Hybrid)Employment Type: ContractDuration: 9 monthsRole Overview
We are seeking a UI/UX Engineer / Designer who combines strong user-centered design skills with modern front-end development expertise. This role focuses on designing intuitive, accessible, and scalable user experiences using Figma, and translating those designs into high-quality, reusable components using React. You will partner closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver consistent, high-impact user interfaces across web applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Design user flows, wireframes, mockups, and high-fidelity prototypes using Figma.
- Apply UX best practices, accessibility (WCAG), and design thinking principles.
- Conduct usability reviews and iterate designs based on user feedback and data.
- Contribute to and evolve design systems and component libraries.
- Implement responsive, high-quality user interfaces using React, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS.
- Translate Figma designs into reusable React components with pixel-level accuracy.
- Integrate UI components with APIs and back-end services.
- Ensure performance, maintainability, and cross-browser compatibility.
- Work closely with product owners, UX researchers, and engineering teams.
- Participate in design reviews, sprint planning, and technical discussions.
- Advocate for user experience and usability throughout the development lifecycle.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 5+ years of Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work or consulting experience, training, military experience, or education. This includes 3+ years of experience in UI/UX design, front-end development, or a hybrid role.
Technical Skills:- Strong expertise in Figma (auto layout, components, variants, prototyping).
- Hands-on experience developing applications using React.
- Proficiency in HTML, CSS (or SCSS), and JavaScript / TypeScript.
- Experience with modern front-end workflows (Git, CI/CD, component libraries).
- Solid understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG) and responsive design.
Compensation & Benefits
The estimated pay rate for this position is between $69.00 and $72.00 per hour.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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