User Experience Designer

Penn Foster

. Define problems, develop hypotheses, synthesize research, and identify experience principles guiding design decisions .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in user-centered design principles, creating intuitive and accessible digital experiences while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Proficient in utilizing design tools and methodologies to develop cohesive UX visions across various platforms.

Highest-signal resume keywords

User-Centered Design PrinciplesProficiency With FigmaAdobe Creative SuiteExperience In Digital Product DesignUnderstanding Of Learning Management Systems

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Hard Skills

PrototypingColor TheoryTypographyLayout DesignCompositionScalable Design SystemsInteraction Design DocumentationUser FlowsData-Driven DesignResearch Analysis

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationAdaptabilityFacilitationFeedback Incorporation

Tools & Technologies

JiraConfluenceAPIsDatabasesDynamic Systems

Industry Keywords

Digital Product DesignUX DesignUser ExperienceCross-Functional CollaborationWorkshop Facilitation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define problems, develop hypotheses, synthesize research, and identify experience principles guiding design decisions
Help plan and facilitate workshops, co-creation sessions, and collaborative activities
Communicate design concepts through sketches, wireframes, prototypes, and presentations
Gather and incorporate feedback from users, stakeholders, and cross-functional partners
Partner with engineering on design specifications, feasibility assessment, sprint planning, and design quality reviews
Help execute and evolve a cohesive UX vision across multiple channels and products
Ensure experiences are consistent, scalable, accessible, and user-centered
Stay current with UX tools, methods, technologies, trends, and best practices
Adapt to changing project requirements and organizational priorities
Collaborate with product managers, UX researchers, educators, curriculum designers, and developers to support learner success

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in design or a related field, or equivalent experience
One to two years of experience in digital product design and cross-functional collaboration
Experience applying user-centered design principles to create intuitive, engaging, and accessible digital experiences
Familiarity with research and data-driven design, including analyzing user or learner feedback
Understanding of learning management systems, content management systems, structured content, APIs, databases, and dynamic systems
Proficiency with Figma and Adobe Creative Suite
Strong foundation in color, typography, layout, composition, prototyping, and scalable design systems
Familiarity with Jira and Confluence
Experience documenting interaction designs, including user flows, states, and edge cases
Portfolio demonstrating applied experience in modern UX and digital product design
Experience creating prototypes and using research or data to inform design decisions and iterations
Must reside and perform work within the United States
Must be willing and able to travel as needed
Must complete applicable pre-employment screening requirements
Must complete employment eligibility verification through Form I-9

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending
Generous paid time off
Sponsored volunteer opportunities
401K with a company match
Free access to Penn Foster Group's online programs
Remote work arrangement
Occasional travel opportunities for team meetings, company events, conferences, and summits