UX Design Lead

UX Design Lead Hybrid Brooklyn NY

Position Overview:

Cedar Park Group is seeking a talented UX Design Lead to help shape digital experiences that directly impact New this role youll collaborate with product managers UX researchers content strategists and developers to create inclusive data-driven and user-centered designs for a major public-facing childcare platform.

Youll lead the design process from concept to implementation refine UI/UX strategies develop prototypes and ensure an engaging and accessible user experience. This position is ideal for a creative problem-solver with strong Figma expertise and a passion for building meaningful digital products that make a difference.

Schedule/Shift:
Hybrid schedule 3 days onsite in Brooklyn NY and 2 days remote
35 hours per week 12-month assignment

Responsibilities:

• Lead the UX design process for a citywide childcare hub.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate user needs into intuitive design solutions.

• Create wireframes prototypes and high-fidelity mockups for testing and implementation.

• Conduct usability testing analyze feedback and refine design recommendations.

• Partner with content strategists to develop cohesive and accessible content layouts.

• Work closely with developers to ensure design accuracy and functionality.

• Track and analyze performance metrics post-launch and support future feature rollouts.

Requirements (Mandatory & Desired):

Mandatory:

• 8 years of experience in UX design with a strong portfolio of user-friendly consumer-facing work.

• Advanced proficiency in Figma and demonstrated ability to deliver end-to-end design solutions.

• Strong sense of visual design including layout typography and spacing.

• Expertise in user-centered design journey mapping and accessibility principles.

• Ability to synthesize research insights into actionable design decisions.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams.

Desired:

• Bachelors degree in Design Human-Computer Interaction or a related field.

• Experience in public sector or government digital projects.

• Background in usability testing and translating data into design improvements.

• Familiarity with design systems and accessibility best practices.

• Commitment to diversity equity and inclusion in design work.

Benefits:

• PTO

• Vacation pay

• Bonus pay

• Health insurance

• 401k

Why Join Us:

Join Cedar Park Group and experience a company that genuinely values your growth and success. Beyond our standard benefits like bonuses PTO health insurance and training and career advancement youll have a dedicated recruiter guiding you through every step of your journey. If youre ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a supportive people-first team we invite you to join Cedar Park Group.