UI Designer
About ETS:
For more than 75 years, we have amplified products and services based rigorous research and our belief in the power of learning.
Driven by our mission to advance quality and equity in education, ETS provides learning solutions, pioneering research and trusted assessments that help guide learners around the world on their path to new possibilities.
Our portfolio of trusted measures include TOEFL , TOEIC , GRE and Praxis .
Along with research, development and innovation that explores new frontiers in learning and measurement our educational measurement solutions and research contribute to the development of new methods and tools, inform important dialogue with education policymakers, and shed light on critical issues and potential solutions - all with the aim of creating a world where all learners can improve their lives through education.
With new senior leadership at the helm, ETS aims to continue changing the lives of all learners as we expand our organization's global footprint.
Our goal is to remain at the forefront of assessment and measurement efficacy within the education and ed tech space as it continues to grow and evolve.
Position Summary ETS's Product Innovation and Development division is seeking a creative and innovative individual to serve as a UI Designer.
We are user-obsessed across all phases of research, design, and development with a focus on developing adaptive and personalized learning products with compelling user interfaces and AI-enhanced experiences.
Our products are built on a foundation of learning and cognitive science principles that leverage interactive task design, machine learning, and data sciences to be integrated into various teaching, learning, and assessment solutions.
The UI Designer will work in a cross-functional team of researchers, UX designers, and scientists and will be involved in all aspects of product design and development, from research and ideation, through detailed design, development, and iteration.
Working in collaboration with UX, the UI designer will translate wireframes to high-fidelity designs using best practices for user interface design and collaborate with both internal and external colleagues and consultants to ensure on-time completion of product goals.
The UI Designer collaborates closely with UX Researchers, UX Designers, Developers, and Product Owners.
Responsibilities
Create visually appealing and highly functional interface designs for digital products, websites, and applications.
Support and collaborate with other designers to develop high-fidelity designs that align with brand guidelines and design standards through the use of color, typography, photography, iconography, and UI best practices.
Design and refine visual elements such as icons, and graphics using design tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.
Contribute to the creation of prototypes using motion design principles and modern prototyping tools.
Partner with senior designers to present design concepts and communicate design decisions and rationale.
Contribute to the maintenance of various design systems, UI kits, and pattern libraries to ensure consistency across branded products.
Collaborate with UX researchers, UX designers, learning scientists, instructional designers, developers, and product owners in cross-functional agile teams to translate user-centered design concepts into user-friendly interfaces.
Collaborate with product owners and developers to ensure the successful implementation of designs.
Advocate for modern design principles, best practices, and decisions to key stakeholders and cross-functional teams, ensuring the best possible user experience.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging design tools, patterns, and best practices, to continuously improve the aesthetic and usability of ETS products.
Remain current with usability and accessibility guidelines that change with evolving and emerging technologies.
#LI-NK1 #LI-REMOTE Education, Certifications, or Special Licenses:
Bachelor's or higher in User Interface Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.
Relevant Years of
Experience:
At least 3 years of professional experience in UI design, or similar role with a strong portfolio of product design projects demonstrating the ability to articulate design decisions and rationale.
Candidates with less or more experience will be considered at the appropriate level.
Other Requirements:
Proficiency in design tools, including but not limited to Figma (required) and Adobe Creative Suite
Basic knowledge of accessibility and usability best practices.
Understanding of design principles, color theory, typography, and visual hierarchy
Knowledge of UI patterns, interaction design, interface design, design systems, and best practices in responsive and mobile-first design.
Understanding and interpreting brand guidelines to create visually appealing designs.
Ability to articulate design concepts and decisions to cross-functional teams.
Experience with prototyping tools and techniques.
Proactive communicator with the ability to collaborate with product owners and flag any risks or dependencies.
Experience working with AI, ed-tech, teaching, and learning, and/or language learning a plus.
ETS believes in a Total Rewards philosophy for our employees, and they include:
Health, Vision, Dental insurance plans to choose from
Generous continuous learning support, from individual learning grants to up to 6 classes a year for tuition reimbursement as well as on-line learning access!
Generous PTO and vacation time to balance your work and life
Additional 8 hours of PTO for volunteer work
Retirement plan (401(a)) and traditional Roth (403b) with company contribution
Commuter Benefits, Pet Insurance, 1 year subscription to Calm App ETS is mission driven and action oriented
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is at the forefront of the ETS employee's daily work.
To further foster an inclusive environment ETS is home to a wide variety of Affinity groups that celebrate the diversity of our talented employees.
How about cultivating growth, innovation, and continuous transformation for the next generation of rising professionals as leaders? ETS offers multiple Business Resource Groups (BRG) for you!
Are you passionate about volunteering and being active in your career and community? ETS offers our Center for Advocacy & Philanthropy (CAAP) where we encourage ETS employees to become active volunteers in their communities and schools through the ETS Cares Giving Campaign.
Our employees can support any 501c3 or eligible charity of their choice.
ETS is an Equal Opportunity Employer comprised of people with different experiences, strengths, and backgrounds who share a passion for advancing quality and equity in education.
We are dedicated to building teams that reflect the various backgrounds, experiences, and identities of those we serve.
The Talent Acquisition team strives to ensure candidates enjoy a fair and equitable hiring process.
We believe our differences empower us to be a better team, making better decisions and delivering better results.
Recommended Skills Adobe Creative Suite Agile Methodology Artificial Intelligence Assessments Color Theory Communication Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
For more than 75 years, we have amplified products and services based rigorous research and our belief in the power of learning.
Driven by our mission to advance quality and equity in education, ETS provides learning solutions, pioneering research and trusted assessments that help guide learners around the world on their path to new possibilities.
Our portfolio of trusted measures include TOEFL , TOEIC , GRE and Praxis .
Along with research, development and innovation that explores new frontiers in learning and measurement our educational measurement solutions and research contribute to the development of new methods and tools, inform important dialogue with education policymakers, and shed light on critical issues and potential solutions - all with the aim of creating a world where all learners can improve their lives through education.
With new senior leadership at the helm, ETS aims to continue changing the lives of all learners as we expand our organization's global footprint.
Our goal is to remain at the forefront of assessment and measurement efficacy within the education and ed tech space as it continues to grow and evolve.
Position Summary ETS's Product Innovation and Development division is seeking a creative and innovative individual to serve as a UI Designer.
We are user-obsessed across all phases of research, design, and development with a focus on developing adaptive and personalized learning products with compelling user interfaces and AI-enhanced experiences.
Our products are built on a foundation of learning and cognitive science principles that leverage interactive task design, machine learning, and data sciences to be integrated into various teaching, learning, and assessment solutions.
The UI Designer will work in a cross-functional team of researchers, UX designers, and scientists and will be involved in all aspects of product design and development, from research and ideation, through detailed design, development, and iteration.
Working in collaboration with UX, the UI designer will translate wireframes to high-fidelity designs using best practices for user interface design and collaborate with both internal and external colleagues and consultants to ensure on-time completion of product goals.
The UI Designer collaborates closely with UX Researchers, UX Designers, Developers, and Product Owners.
Responsibilities
Create visually appealing and highly functional interface designs for digital products, websites, and applications.
Support and collaborate with other designers to develop high-fidelity designs that align with brand guidelines and design standards through the use of color, typography, photography, iconography, and UI best practices.
Design and refine visual elements such as icons, and graphics using design tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.
Contribute to the creation of prototypes using motion design principles and modern prototyping tools.
Partner with senior designers to present design concepts and communicate design decisions and rationale.
Contribute to the maintenance of various design systems, UI kits, and pattern libraries to ensure consistency across branded products.
Collaborate with UX researchers, UX designers, learning scientists, instructional designers, developers, and product owners in cross-functional agile teams to translate user-centered design concepts into user-friendly interfaces.
Collaborate with product owners and developers to ensure the successful implementation of designs.
Advocate for modern design principles, best practices, and decisions to key stakeholders and cross-functional teams, ensuring the best possible user experience.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging design tools, patterns, and best practices, to continuously improve the aesthetic and usability of ETS products.
Remain current with usability and accessibility guidelines that change with evolving and emerging technologies.
#LI-NK1 #LI-REMOTE Education, Certifications, or Special Licenses:
Bachelor's or higher in User Interface Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.
Relevant Years of
Experience:
At least 3 years of professional experience in UI design, or similar role with a strong portfolio of product design projects demonstrating the ability to articulate design decisions and rationale.
Candidates with less or more experience will be considered at the appropriate level.
Other Requirements:
Proficiency in design tools, including but not limited to Figma (required) and Adobe Creative Suite
Basic knowledge of accessibility and usability best practices.
Understanding of design principles, color theory, typography, and visual hierarchy
Knowledge of UI patterns, interaction design, interface design, design systems, and best practices in responsive and mobile-first design.
Understanding and interpreting brand guidelines to create visually appealing designs.
Ability to articulate design concepts and decisions to cross-functional teams.
Experience with prototyping tools and techniques.
Proactive communicator with the ability to collaborate with product owners and flag any risks or dependencies.
Experience working with AI, ed-tech, teaching, and learning, and/or language learning a plus.
ETS believes in a Total Rewards philosophy for our employees, and they include:
Health, Vision, Dental insurance plans to choose from
Generous continuous learning support, from individual learning grants to up to 6 classes a year for tuition reimbursement as well as on-line learning access!
Generous PTO and vacation time to balance your work and life
Additional 8 hours of PTO for volunteer work
Retirement plan (401(a)) and traditional Roth (403b) with company contribution
Commuter Benefits, Pet Insurance, 1 year subscription to Calm App ETS is mission driven and action oriented
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is at the forefront of the ETS employee's daily work.
To further foster an inclusive environment ETS is home to a wide variety of Affinity groups that celebrate the diversity of our talented employees.
How about cultivating growth, innovation, and continuous transformation for the next generation of rising professionals as leaders? ETS offers multiple Business Resource Groups (BRG) for you!
Are you passionate about volunteering and being active in your career and community? ETS offers our Center for Advocacy & Philanthropy (CAAP) where we encourage ETS employees to become active volunteers in their communities and schools through the ETS Cares Giving Campaign.
Our employees can support any 501c3 or eligible charity of their choice.
ETS is an Equal Opportunity Employer comprised of people with different experiences, strengths, and backgrounds who share a passion for advancing quality and equity in education.
We are dedicated to building teams that reflect the various backgrounds, experiences, and identities of those we serve.
The Talent Acquisition team strives to ensure candidates enjoy a fair and equitable hiring process.
We believe our differences empower us to be a better team, making better decisions and delivering better results.
Recommended Skills Adobe Creative Suite Agile Methodology Artificial Intelligence Assessments Color Theory Communication Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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