DECAL UI/UX Design Engineer

Short Description
Under broad supervision, designs, codes, tests, modifies and debugs computer software.

Complete Description
Job Title: UI/UX Engineer

Reports to: Project Manager/Technical Lead

Local Candidates only

While the intent may be a long-term tenure, this position is subject to annual budget restrictions. The initial contract is through the end of this fiscal year and is anticipated to be renewed July 1, 2026.

Job Summary
The Web Designer & UI/UX Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing engaging, user-centric web interfaces that enhance digital experience. This role combines creative design, front-end development, and data-driven decision-making through analytics to ensure the website meets user needs and business goals. The ideal candidate has a strong balance of visual design skills, technical front-end expertise, and analytical insight into user behavior and performance metrics.

Key Responsibilities
"Collaborate with Business Analysts and content stakeholders to gather and translate requirements into user-centered designs and functional UI deliverables.

"Proactively participate in core team forums, providing regular updates and insights into work progress.

"Take ownership of end-to-end design alignment, ensuring seamless integration with other functional areas.

"Demonstrate leadership and cross-functional ownership, contributing to areas overlapping content or requirement clarification.

"Translate UI/UX designs into intuitive and user-friendly UI/UX designs, responsive web interfaces adhering to project goals and timelines.

"Work closely with technical leaders to ensure design solutions are feasible and meet technical requirements

"Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, as needed

"Experience with front-end development frameworks and technologies (e.g., React, Angular, )

"Knowledge of accessibility guidelines and best practices for inclusive design.

"Implement and maintain tracking tools (e.g., Google Analytics 4, Tag Manager, Hotjar, or Mixpanel) to measure website traffic and user engagement.

"Analyze performance metrics such as bounce rates, conversion funnels, and session times to inform UX improvements.

"Generate periodic reports and insights to guide user engagement & retention improvements, conversion rate optimization, website speed, accessibility and SEO scores.

"Generate Insights from analytics that lead to measurable UX or Business Impact.

"Conduct A/B testing to validate design and content decisions.

Performance Expectations
"Consistently demonstrate proactive engagement and accountability in team coordination activities

"Provide timely and transparent updates on task progress and dependencies

"Take initiative to resolve design-related issues and dependencies, minimizing reliance on external guidance

"Embody a growth mindset, seeking opportunities to expand skills and contribute to the team's success

Requirements
"5+ years of experience in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in user-centered design principles

"Experience with CMS platforms, Version control, data visualization and dashboarding.

"Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience working with cross-functional teams and Business Teams

"Proficiency in design tools, such as Canva, Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, or similar

"Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (React, Vue, or similar framework).

"Knowledge of analytics tools (Google Analytics, Tag Manager, Data Studio).

"Understanding of SEO principles and accessibility standards (WCAG).

"Experience with Agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g., GitHub).

"Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

"Bachelors degree in design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field

Skills
SkillRequired / DesiredAmountof ExperienceExpertise RatingMoveExperience in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in user-centered design principlesRequired5YearsExperience with CMS platforms, Version control, data visualization and dashboarding.Required3YearsProficiency in design tools, such as Canva, Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, or similarRequired3YearsStrong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (React, Vue, or similar framework).Required3YearsKnowledge of analytics tools (Google Analytics, Tag Manager, Data Studio).Required3YearsUnderstanding of SEO principles and accessibility standards (WCAG).Required3YearsExperience with Agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g., GitHub).Required3Years

Questions
Question 1

Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by CAI management in advance, and contact information must be provided to CAI so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you agree to this requirement?

Question 2

What is your candidate's email address?

Question 3

If selected for engagement, your candidate's hourly Pay Rate must be at least *** Your candidate can be paid more; however, the hourly SRP Rate cannot exceed *** Do you agree to these requirements?

Question 4

The maximum mark-up for this engagements SRP rate is ***%. To be competitive on pricing, a mark-up below the 35% threshold is suggested. Do you agree to propose a mark-up at or below 35%?

Question 5

This assignment is contingent upon customer renewal and availability of adequate funding. Do you agree to this requirement?

Question 6

If selected for engagement, your candidate will be expected to start no later than 2 weeks (10 business days) after the client's selection date? Do you agree to this requirement?

Agency Interview Type
Either Web Cam or In Person

Work Arrangement
Hybrid