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User Interface / User Experience (UI / UX) Designer

A UI/UX Designer creates and refines digital interfaces to be user-friendly and visually appealing, with skills in UI design and UX research.

Median Salary
$129,920
Jobs Available
19,114
Career Level
Mid Level
Growth Rate
23% annually

Key Responsibilities

  • Create user interface designs and prototypes
  • Conduct user research and usability testing
  • Develop wireframes and user flows
  • Create style guides and design systems
  • Collaborate with developers to implement designs

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or related field
  • Proficiency in design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD)
  • Experience creating wireframes, prototypes, and user flows
  • Understanding of user-centered design principles
  • Strong visual design skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with design systems and pattern libraries
  • Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and basic front-end development
  • Understanding of accessibility standards and best practices
  • Experience conducting user research and usability testing

Future Outlook

Strong growth as companies increasingly focus on user experience as a competitive advantage

Bright Outlook

Related Roles

Product DesignerInteraction DesignerUX ResearcherVisual Designer

If you like

  • •creating visually appealing and user-friendly digital interfaces
  • •conducting user research
  • •designing wireframes and prototypes

Top Employers

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Apple
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Google
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Microsoft
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Meta
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Airbnb

Recommended Credentials

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UI/UX Design Fundamentals
by ITU
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User Research and Prototyping
by ITU