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Figma Developer Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Solution Architect

Salt Lake City, UT ยท On-site +1

$60.50 - $79.75/hr

Primary Responsibilities Requirements gathering Solution architecture UX/Figma refinement GIS ... Agile Delivery DevOps and GitHub Highly Preferred Qualifications Water Resources Systems ...

UI Developer (Remote)

Lehi, UT ยท On-site +1

$47 - $61/hr

About the Role As a UI Developer, you will be a key member of our team responsible for implementing ... Experience with design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or Photoshop. * Strong written and verbal ...

UI Developer (Remote)

Lehi, UT ยท On-site

$47 - $61/hr

About the Role As a UI Developer, you will be a key member of our team responsible for implementing ... Experience with design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or Photoshop. * Strong written and verbal ...

... Figma). * Comfort managing both technical and non-technical discussions, bridging communication between engineering and business teams. E04JI80034mh4082ier

UX Engineer IV - (E4)

Salt Lake City, UT ยท Hybrid

$156K - $214K/yr

Establish best practices for design-to-code workflows, including tooling such as Figma Dev Mode, design tokens, and component libraries. 3. UI Developer Leadership & Enablement * Lead and mentor UI ...

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Figma Developer information

What is a Figma developer?

A Figma Developer is a professional who specializes in using Figma, a collaborative interface design tool, to create, prototype, and refine user interfaces for web and mobile applications. They often bridge the gap between design and development by turning Figma designs into interactive prototypes or production-ready code. Figma Developers work closely with designers and front-end engineers to ensure design consistency and usability across digital products. Their expertise includes working with Figma's features, plugins, and sometimes integrating Figma assets with development workflows.

Can I get a job if I know Figma?

Figma developers and designers often find job opportunities in UI/UX design, product development, and front-end roles that require proficiency in design tools. Knowing Figma can be a valuable skill, especially when combined with knowledge of design principles, prototyping, and collaboration tools. However, employers typically look for a portfolio or experience demonstrating practical application of design skills alongside Figma expertise.

Does Figma hire remote workers?

Figma, as a company, offers many remote work opportunities across various roles, including design and development positions. For Figma Developer roles specifically, remote work is often available, but it depends on the company's current hiring needs and the specific job listing. Candidates should review individual job postings for remote work options and requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Figma developer?

To thrive as a Figma Developer, you need a strong grasp of UI/UX design principles, proficiency in Figma, and a solid understanding of front-end development languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Familiarity with design systems, prototyping tools, and version control platforms such as Git is typically required. Collaboration, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for translating design concepts into functional, user-friendly interfaces. These skills ensure high-quality, consistent digital products and smooth collaboration between design and development teams.

How does a Figma developer typically collaborate with designers and other team members during a project?

A Figma Developer works closely with designers by translating design prototypes into interactive, production-ready components while ensuring the final product matches the intended user experience. They often participate in design handoff meetings, provide technical feedback, and use Figma's collaborative features to communicate changes and resolve questions in real time. Additionally, they may work alongside front-end developers, product managers, and QA specialists to ensure seamless integration of designs into the development workflow. This role requires strong communication skills and a proactive approach to addressing design and technical challenges.

What is the difference between Figma Developer vs UI Designer?

AspectFigma DeveloperUI Designer
Primary FocusImplementing designs in Figma, creating prototypes, collaborating on design systemsDesigning user interfaces, creating visual layouts, selecting color schemes and typography
Skills & CertificationsProficiency in Figma, basic understanding of front-end code, collaboration skillsDesign tools (Adobe XD, Sketch), visual design skills, user experience knowledge
Work EnvironmentDesign teams, product teams, often in tech or digital agenciesCreative studios, in-house design teams, digital agencies

While both roles work closely on digital product design, a Figma Developer specializes in translating designs into interactive prototypes and collaborating on design systems within Figma, often with some coding knowledge. A UI Designer focuses on creating the visual aspects of interfaces, emphasizing aesthetics and user experience. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers align expectations and skills.

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WordPress Front-End Developer

United Way Of Salt Lake

Salt Lake City, UT โ€ข On-site

$100K - $117K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
Utah's Promise is a nonprofit organization focused on removing barriers, improving education, and providing access to basic needs. United Way of Salt Lake, 211 Utah (Salt Lake City team), and Promise Partnership Utah are part of the Utah's Promise organization. Together, we are committed to 100% of kids and families thriving.
Our workplace is fast-paced, friendly, adaptive, and grounded in our core values: relationships, continuous improvement, results, and equity. We offer competitive compensation including a comprehensive benefit package, generous paid time off, and flexible schedules. People with diverse backgrounds and abilities are encouraged to apply.
POSITION SUMMARY
The WordPress Front-End Developer builds, maintains, and improves websites-including Utah's Promise, United Way of Salt Lake, 211 Utah, Promise Partnership Utah, and related microsites-using Bricks Builder and strong UX/UI practices. This role translates design concepts into responsive, accessible, high-performing WordPress experiences and collaborates with designers, content strategists, and stakeholders to improve usability, accessibility, analytics, and conversion.
The ideal candidate blends technical expertise with design thinking. You don't just build websites; you create digital experiences that are intuitive, accessible, and effective. You enjoy solving user problems, refining interfaces based on feedback and analytics, and delivering polished websites that look great and perform even better.
PRIMARY TASK
Develop, maintain, and optimize websites to deliver accessible, user-centered, high-performing digital experiences.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  1. Develop/update custom WordPress websites using Bricks Builder.
  2. Transform Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, or other design mockups into responsive, pixel-perfect web experiences.
  3. Apply UX/UI best practices to improve navigation, usability, accessibility, and user engagement.
  4. Build reusable templates, components, and dynamic layouts within Bricks.
  5. Collaborate with designers and stakeholders to refine user flows and interface designs.
  6. Optimize websites for performance, accessibility (WCAG), SEO, and Core Web Vitals.
  7. Ensure consistent experiences across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
  8. Conduct usability improvements based on analytics, user feedback, and best practices.
  9. Integrate custom fields, dynamic content, forms, and third-party services.
  10. Troubleshoot front-end issues and provide ongoing maintenance and enhancements.

Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
  • 2+ years of professional WordPress development experience.
  • Demonstrated experience with Bricks Builder.
  • Strong understanding of UX/UI principles, including information architecture, visual hierarchy, accessibility, and responsive design.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Portfolio demonstrating both front-end development and UX/UI work.
  • Experience conducting usability testing or applying user feedback to improve websites.
  • Knowledge of interaction design, micro-animations, and user-centered design principles.
  • Experience optimizing website accessibility and inclusive design.
  • Understanding of conversion rate optimization (CRO) and user journey optimization.
  • Experience with hosting platforms such as Pantheon.
  • Experience with writing clean, semantic HTML, modern CSS, and JavaScript. (not required)

REQUIRED PROFICIENCIES
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript (ES6+)
  • PHP (basic to intermediate)
  • Experience implementing designs from Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, or similar design tools.
  • Familiarity with Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), custom post types, and dynamic WordPress content.
  • Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows.
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering polished user experiences.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS
  • WordPress CMS
  • Bricks Builder
  • HTML5
  • CSS3 / SCSS
  • JavaScript
  • PHP
  • Advanced Custom Fields (ACF)
  • Responsive Design
  • UX/UI Design
  • Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop
  • Accessibility (WCAG)
  • Performance Optimization
  • SEO Fundamentals

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
  • UX/UI design principles and user-centered thinking
  • Translating designs, wireframes, and prototypes into polished web experiences
  • Cross-browser and cross-device compatibility
  • Website performance, speed, and technical optimization
  • SEO-friendly site structure and implementation
  • Content management and reusable component development
  • Version control and development workflow management
  • Collaboration with designers, content strategists, marketers, and other stakeholders
  • Clear communication and the ability to explain technical concepts to nontechnical colleagues
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and project management
  • Creative problem-solving and continuous learning

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The team member is regularly required to communicate clearly, in oral and written formats, with others in person, over the phone and via other devices. The team member must be able to transcribe, take in new information, prepare and analyze data and figures, constantly operate a computer and other standard office machinery. The team member is required to regularly travel to offsite locations to set-up presentations and displays in physical and electronic mediums. The team member must have the ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull objects weighing up to 50lbs.
The employee is required to work primarily in-person, in our UP offices during core business hours Monday - Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Fridays. Utah's Promise is currently piloting a 36-hour work week with Friday afternoons off.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The position is a full-time, exempt position with full benefits. $69,300-84,000. Salary commensurate with experience. UWSL/UP provides a wide range of benefits, including:
  • Competitive medical, dental, vision insurance โ€ข 6% retirement match โ€ข Life, accidental death, and long & short-term disability insurance โ€ข FSA โ€ข HSA contribution โ€ข Free on-site gym & bike storage โ€ข Paid parking or public transportation subsidy โ€ข Two weeks paid office closure (December & July) โ€ข Generous PTO & Health time โ€ข Paid parental leave โ€ข Onsite coffee shop & cafรฉ โ€ข Paid time to volunteer