Ascend Learning is a leading provider of educational software, content, and analytics services. Through its extensive group of companies, the educational technology specialist deli
Senior User Experience Designer
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Senior User Experience Designer
Ascend Learning
Title: Sr User Experience Designer Location: Leawood United States Job Description: We Impact Lives Through Purpose-Driven Work in A People First Culture Ascend Learning, a leading healthcare and learning technology company, is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data-driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning. From testing to certification, Ascend Learning products are used by physicians, emergency medical professionals, nurses, allied health professionals, certified personal trainers, financial advisors, skilled trades professionals and insurance brokers. Headquartered in Burlington, MA, with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S., Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America's 2025 Greatest Workplaces as well as America's Best Places to work for Mental Well-Being for 2025. We're always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive, read on to learn more. WHAT YOU'LL DO Ascend Learning is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior UX Designer to lead the design of intuitive, user-centered experiences for our digital products. 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. The ideal candidate should be proficient in Figma or similar design tools, experienced in overseeing a design system and component library, and have a solid understanding of User-Centered Design (UCD) processes. 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 a specific business category, 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. - 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. - Leadership and Mentorship: Lead, mentor, and coach junior designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative design culture. - 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. - Figma Expertise: Utilize advanced Figma skills to create high-fidelity prototypes, wireframes, and design specifications. WHAT YOU'LL NEED - 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 Fostering A Sense of Belonging Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action, innovation, and collaboration, with a relentless focus on customers. We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and be authentic. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives, we are a stronger, more innovative, and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging. Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S.-based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Nearest Major Market: Kansas City
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