Lead, UX Designer

The Lead UX Designer will shape the user experience of EdReports.org's website, reports, and tools, ensuring clarity and usability. This role involves leading design efforts, conducting user research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and iterate user-centered website features and UI components that improve usability, accessibility, relevance, and clarity of information
• Participate in product discovery by creating wireframes and prototypes, and by conducting user research (interviews, usability testing, surveys) in partnership with the product manager
• Collaborate with engineers, product managers, project managers, subject-matter experts, and other internal stakeholders to ensure designs are feasible and aligned with organizational goals
• Deliver high-fidelity design assets for use on the website and collaborate with engineers in the implementation of the design
• Champion accessibility and inclusive design, ensuring compliance with WCAG standards and best practices
• Support testing and quality assurance to confirm that designs are implemented accurately, mobile-friendly, and accessible
• Use analytics, data, and user feedback to continuously evaluate and refine the website experience
• Support the design of effective marketing artifacts including funder-facing materials
• Other relevant duties as assigned to support the organization's strategic goals

Requirements

• Passion for EdReports’ mission and vision
• At least 5 years of experience in UX/UI website design
• Proven ability to create prototypes, wireframes, and mockups
• Experience applying user research methods and translating findings into actionable design decisions
• Familiarity with UI/UX best practices, including responsive and interaction design
• Strong understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG) and ability to design inclusive digital experiences
• Experience optimizing designs for different devices and screen sizes, including mobile
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams and presenting design rationale to stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Key Skills

• Passion for EdReports’ mission and vision
• Proven ability to create prototypes, wireframes, and mockups
• Experience applying user research methods and translating findings into actionable design decisions
• Familiarity with UI/UX best practices, including responsive and interaction design
• Strong understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG) and ability to design inclusive digital experiences
• Experience optimizing designs for different devices and screen sizes, including mobile
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams and presenting design rationale to stakeholders
• Familiarity with HTML/CSS and experience partnering effectively with engineers
• Proficiency with Figma or other collaborative design and prototyping tools
• Experience designing interfaces that communicate complex information clearly and effectively
• Background in nonprofit or education sectors, particularly in technology-driven equity initiatives
• Experience in a startup or fast-paced environment, demonstrating resourcefulness and innovation

Benefits

• Unlimited Discretionary Time Off (DTO) and Sick Time
• 21 days of paid holidays and office closure days in 2025
• Monthly Communications Reimbursement
• Initial home office and technology setup stipend
• EdReports pays for 90% of health care for both the employee and their immediate family
• 401k that new hires become eligible for after six months of employment (includes safe harbor, employer match, etc.)