UI/UX Designer

About the role

We are seeking a UI/UX Designer who will support our NYS client and join a cross-functional team focused on improving the rider experience across bus and subway digital products. This role will lead user-centered design efforts for complex mobile experiences, strengthen design systems and UX processes, and partner with research, product, engineering, and creative teams to deliver consistent, accessible, and effective rider experiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides to ensure consistency across digital platforms, including signage-related digital experiences for NYCT, LIRR, and MNR.
• Partner with user research to understand rider needs, behaviors, and pain points, and maintain a user feedback loop to continuously improve the user experience.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, the Creative team, and other stakeholders to align user needs, brand standards, and business goals.
• Present design concepts, user insights, and research findings to senior leadership and other stakeholders.
• Establish and document UX processes and best practices, and implement user testing and other quality-control measures.

Requirements

• 8+ years of UX design experience, with a focus on mobile applications.
• Proven experience leading UX for complex digital products.
• Experience working in Agile development environments and with design systems.
• 6+ years of advanced communication experience, including presenting design concepts and findings to stakeholders.
• 6+ years of strong leadership experience, including championing user-centered design practices.
• 6+ years of user interface design experience, with proficiency in UX design tools and strong visual design skills.
• Ability to work effectively with complex requirements and maintain close attention to detail.

Skills

• Experience in the transportation industry or a related field.
• Experience with accessibility guidelines.

Pay

W2 Hourly Rate: $50-55/hour

Schedule

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid - 3 days Onsite / 2 Remote). Duration: 12 Months (with potential for extension).

Benefits

• Opportunities to lead impactful transformations in the public sector infrastructure.
• Engagement with high-profile government initiatives, supporting meaningful change.
• Professional development through exposure to innovative Agile practices and leadership collaboration.
• A collaborative environment that values ownership, initiative, and continuous learning.