[Remote] Sr. UI/UX Designer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TradeStation is an online brokerage firm focused on delivering an exceptional trading experience for active traders and institutions. They are seeking a Senior UX/UI Designer to lead UX strategy, manage the design system, and ensure web experiences are user-centered and conversion-focused. The role involves extensive collaboration and the incorporation of AI tools into the design workflow.ResponsibilitiesBuild, maintain, and govern a comprehensive design system in Figma including typography, color, spacing, components, and usage guidelines that serve as the single source of truth for all web designServe as the design authority for shared marketing resources, ensuring all creative produced outside the team adheres to established brand and design standardsLead UX research initiatives including user interviews, usability testing, and behavioral analysis to inform design decisions with real user insightsTranslate business goals and user needs into clear information architecture, user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity prototypesProduce polished, developer-ready Figma files with accurate specs, component annotations, responsive breakpoints, and interaction notes that enable clean handoff to the Front-End DeveloperDesign web pages, landing pages, UI components, and interactive features that balance aesthetic quality with conversion performance and accessibility compliancePartner closely with the Senior Full-Stack Developer on design feasibility, technical constraints, and implementation accuracy, and with the Marketing Analytics and AI Specialist to incorporate conversion data into design decisionsPresent and defend design decisions to stakeholders with clear rationale rooted in user research, brand standards, and business objectivesActively incorporate AI tools into the design workflow for concepting, rapid iteration, asset generation, and design QA to increase speed and output qualityStay current on UX trends, design tooling, and emerging best practices and bring forward recommendations that improve the team’s design quality and efficiencySkillsMinimum of 5 years of professional UX/UI design experience, with a portfolio demonstrating end-to-end web design work from research through developer handoffBachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field; or equivalent professional experienceMastery of Figma including components, variables, auto-layout, prototyping, and developer handoff. Able to produce files that require no interpretation by the development teamDeep expertise in UX methodology including user research, usability testing, journey mapping, information architecture, and conversion-centered designProven ability to build and govern a design system at scale, including component libraries, usage documentation, and cross-team adoptionStrong visual design sensibility, typography, color theory, layout, hierarchy, and brand application across web environmentsAdobe Creative Suite proficiency, specifically Photoshop and Illustrator for image editing, vector work, and asset preparationSolid understanding of WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards and the ability to design inclusively from the start rather than retrofitting complianceAbility to collaborate effectively with developers on technical feasibility and implementation accuracy, with a working understanding of how designs translate to codeStrong presentation and communication skills. Able to articulate design rationale clearly to non-design stakeholders and incorporate feedback constructivelyComfortable using AI tools for design concepting, rapid iteration, and asset generation to increase creative throughputDemonstrated experience owning or contributing to a design system in a team environmentExperience working within Agile or sprint-based workflows alongside developers and cross-functional stakeholdersPortfolio that includes live web projects demonstrating both UX strategy and high-fidelity visual designMotion design and micro-interaction experience (CSS animations, After Effects, or similar)A distinctive creative point of view - able to push beyond convention and propose unexpected, memorable design directions that elevate the brandStrong understanding of motion and interaction design as integral to the user experience, not decorativeAwareness of award-winning web design trends and the ability to draw inspiration from the broader creative industry including gaming, editorial, and art directionExperience designing for financial services, fintech, or other regulated industry digital productsFamiliarity with conversion rate optimization principles and A/B testing as applied to web design decisionsPortfolio that includes work that demonstrates award-caliber qualityExperience directing motion and interaction design in collaboration with front-end developersFamiliarity with TradeStation products and the online brokerage ecosystemBenefitsCollaborative work environmentCompetitive SalariesYearly bonusComprehensive benefits for you and your family starting Day 1Unlimited Paid Time OffFlexible working environmentTradeStation Account employee benefits, as well as full access to trading education materialsCompany OverviewTradeStation is the home of those born to trade, where advanced trading technology intersects with institutional-grade brokerage services. It was founded in 1982, and is headquartered in Plantation, FL, US, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.TradeStation.com.