Ascend Learning

Sr User Experience Designer

Ascend Learning • $90K — $120K *
Leawood, KS 66209In-Person
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or related field; Master's preferred.
  • 6+ years of UX design experience, with 2+ years in a lead role.
  • Proven experience in building and maintaining design systems.
  • High proficiency in Figma and other design tools.
  • Experience collaborating with front-end developers.
  • Strong grasp of UCD principles and processes.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and drive UX strategy for StaffGarden from discovery to delivery.
  • Implement AI-assisted design practices and workflows.
  • Utilize AI tools to expedite rapid prototyping and iteration.
  • Conduct user research and usability testing for design validation.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to create high-quality design solutions.
  • Contribute to maintaining a consistent design system across products.
  • Establish design patterns and best practices for effective design processes.

Benefits

  • Flexible and generous paid time off
  • Competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) employer matching program
  • Parental leave
  • Wellness resources
  • Charitable matching program
  • On-site workout facilities
  • Community outreach groups
  • Tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO

Healthcare Workforce Solutions (HWS) within Ascend Learning is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior UX Designer to lead the design of intuitive, user-centered experiences for StaffGarden. This role requires an innovative designer to collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to translate business goals and user needs into compelling design solutions.

WHERE YOU'LL WORK

This position will work remote within the United States.

HOW YOU'LL SPEND YOUR TIME

  • Lead UX Design: Own and drive the UX strategy for StaffGarden, from discovery to delivery. Support multiple projects, managing and prioritizing work and deliverables. Guide design team members to determine the right UX activities and deliverables for various types of projects.


  • AI-First Design Workflows: Champion and operationalize AI-assisted design practices across the team - using tools like Claude, Figma AI plugins to accelerate ideation, wireframing, copy exploration, and design QA. Model what "moving fast with quality" looks like in an AI-native workflow. Utilize advanced Figma skills to create high-fidelity prototypes, wireframes, and design specifications.

  • Rapid Iteration & Prototyping: Use AI-augmented processes to compress the time from concept to testable prototype. Generate and evaluate multiple design directions quickly, using AI to handle low-level production work so you stay focused on high-judgment decisions.

  • UCD Process Implementation: Apply solid UCD processes to plan, execute, and iterate on design solutions.

  • User Research and Testing: Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and validate design decisions.

  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality design solutions.

  • Design System: Contribute to and help maintain our design system that supports scalable and consistent user experiences across products.

  • Design Patterns and Best Practices: Set up design patterns and establish best practices for design processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.


WHAT YOU'LL NEED

  • High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree required in Design, HCI, or a related field, or Master's degree preferred.

  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in UX design, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.

  • Proven experience in establishing and maintaining design systems.

  • High proficiency in Figma and other design tools.

  • Experience working closely with front-end developers.

  • Strong understanding of UCD principles and processes.

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.

  • An ability to think critically, solve complex problems, and deliver innovative design solutions.

  • Portfolio showcasing a range of UX design projects and demonstrating your design process.


BENEFITS

  • Flexible and generous paid time off
  • Competitive medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • 401(k) employer matching program
  • Parental leave
  • Wellness resources
  • Charitable matching program
  • On-site workout facilities (Leawood, Gilbert, Burlington)
  • Community outreach groups
  • Tuition reimbursement

About Ascend Learning

Ascend Learning is a leading provider of educational content, software and analytics solutions for healthcare and other vocational industries. The company's products and services are designed to help students and professionals improve their knowledge and skills, and to help employers improve their workforce performance. Ascend Learning's portfolio includes more than 1,000 digital and print-based products, including textbooks, online courses, simulation tools, and certification and licensure exam preparation materials. The company serves a wide range of customers, including colleges and universities, healthcare organizations, and government agencies. Ascend Learning was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts.
Learn more about Ascend Learning
Size
1,500 employees
Industry
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Founded
2010
* Ladders Estimates

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