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UI-UX Engineer

Philadelphia, PA · Hybrid

$65K - $115K/yr

Collaborate with lead system engineers, UI/UX researchers, and engineers to deliver cohesive product solutions * Support usability testing, design validation, and continuous iteration processes

We are hiring a UX Engineer to own and evolve our design system and shared UI patterns, enabling faster, more consistent product development across teams. This role sits within Engineering and ...

Lead UX Designer

Needham, MA · On-site

$119.80K - $156.90K/yr

Lead UX Designer Mobile Apps & Connected Product Experiences ABOUT US SharkNinja is a global ... Engineering, and Industrial Design teams to ensure our connected app experiences are intuitive ...

UX Engineer

Post Falls, ID · On-site +1

$115K/yr

Corporate Tools is hiring an experienced UX Engineer for $115,000/year. You will be a traditional company employee. This is a remote position, but if you're near one of our local offices, you're ...

Lead UX Designer

Richardson, TX · On-site

$126K - $164.85K/yr

Lead UX strategy for major digital initiatives while also rolling up your sleeves to refine the ... Partner with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define problems, develop solutions ...

Lead UX Designer

Richardson, TX

$99.90K - $130.80K/yr

As a Lead UX Designer , you will be a design expert shaping the user experience for our digital ... Partner with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define problems, develop solutions ...

Lead UX Designer

Lake Forest, IL · Hybrid

$113.90K - $189.90K/yr

The Lead User Experience Designer collaborates closely with product, engineering, and research teams to deliver high-quality interaction design and influence product strategy. This is a hybrid ...

Lead UX Researcher

Eagan, MN · On-site

$170.30K/yr

Lead UX Researcher Role Summary: About the UX Team Come and join the Tax UX Research Team as we ... As a Lead, you will go beyond execution - you will form key partnerships with product, engineering ...

Coordinate with UX and Engineering teams to ensure interaction and visual designs are implemented according to design specs and motion comps * Communicate clearly and effectively with project teams ...

Lead UX Designer

Lake Forest, IL · On-site

$113.90K - $189.90K/yr

The Lead User Experience Designer collaborates closely with product, engineering, and research teams to deliver high-quality interaction design and influence product strategy. This is a hybrid ...

UI/UX Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$103.60K - $129K/yr

The UI/UX Engineer at Censis is a key role supporting the modernization of our core application ... Lead and influence UI implementation across multiple projects, ensuring consistency, scalability ...

Lead UX Designer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$113.90K - $189.90K/yr

The Lead User Experience Designer collaborates closely with product, engineering, and research teams to deliver high-quality interaction design and influence product strategy. This is a hybrid ...

Lead UX Researcher

New York, NY · Remote

$182.70K/yr

Lead UX Researcher Role Summary: About the UX Team Come and join the Tax UX Research Team as we ... As a Lead, you will go beyond execution - you will form key partnerships with product, engineering ...

Lead UX Designer

Lake Forest, IL · Hybrid

$113.90K - $189.90K/yr

The Lead User Experience Designer collaborates closely with product, engineering, and research teams to deliver high-quality interaction design and influence product strategy. This is a hybrid ...

We are looking for a Lead UX Designer who thrives in mobile ecosystems and understands how to craft ... Collaborate closely with Software Engineering teams (Apple & Google squads), Product Managers, and ...

Lead UX Designer

Richardson, TX · On-site

$99.90K - $130.80K/yr

Lead UX strategy for major digital initiatives while also rolling up your sleeves to refine the ... Partner with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define problems, develop solutions ...

Lead UX Researcher

Frisco, TX · Remote

$156.30K/yr

Lead UX Researcher Role Summary: About the UX Team Come and join the Tax UX Research Team as we ... As a Lead, you will go beyond execution - you will form key partnerships with product, engineering ...

Lead UX Researcher

Ann Arbor, MI · Remote

$163.40K/yr

Lead UX Researcher Role Summary: About the UX Team Come and join the Tax UX Research Team as we ... As a Lead, you will go beyond execution - you will form key partnerships with product, engineering ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead ux engineer in the United States is $123,784.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Lead UX Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lead UX Engineer, you need expertise in user experience design, interaction design, and front-end development, often backed by a degree in design or computer science and significant industry experience. Proficiency with design tools like Figma or Sketch, prototyping platforms, and front-end frameworks such as React or Angular is essential. Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills set standout professionals apart by enabling them to guide teams and advocate for user-centered design. These skills ensure the creation of intuitive, high-quality digital products that effectively meet both user needs and business goals.

What are the typical collaboration dynamics between a Lead UX Engineer and other teams in a product-focused organization?

As a Lead UX Engineer, you’ll frequently collaborate with product managers, designers, and front-end/back-end developers to ensure user-centric solutions are both visually compelling and technically feasible. You’ll be the bridge between the design vision and engineering execution, providing feedback on prototypes, guiding implementation, and aligning user experience goals with product requirements. Regular cross-functional meetings, design reviews, and code walkthroughs are common, so strong communication and facilitation skills are essential. This collaboration not only helps deliver cohesive products but also fosters a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

What does a Lead UX Engineer do?

A Lead UX Engineer bridges the gap between design and development by creating user-friendly interfaces and ensuring a seamless user experience. They collaborate with designers, developers, and product managers to translate design concepts into interactive, responsive products. In addition to coding and prototyping, they often mentor other team members, set usability standards, and guide the implementation of best UX practices across projects. Their goal is to optimize the user journey and maintain consistency throughout the product.
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UI-UX Engineer

$65K - $115K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

SALARY RANGE: $65,000 - $115,000 per year

In determining compensation, various factors will be considered, including but not limited to, educational background; relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, market factors; and geographic location.

BENEFITS: All eligible full time employees will receive Paid Annual Leave (PAL) starting at 23 days per year and raising by one day per year following one full calendar year of employment (January through December). They will also be offered health benefits and will be automatically enrolled in employer paid short and long term disability and life insurance.

All full time and part time employees have access to participate in the Delphinus Engineering 401(k) which includes company match of 25% up to 10% deferred.

GENERAL SUMMARY: The User Interface/User Experience (UI/UX) Engineer (UX Designer) position translates user research into visually compelling and highly usable product experiences. This hybrid role blends UX design expertise with light front-end engineering skills to turn insights into real, user-centered improvements. The UI/UX Engineer will support the Government to ensure Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) systems evolve through a cohesive, data-driven approach.

LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Turn research insights into user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and polished UI designs
  • Architect intuitive end-to-end workflows and interaction patterns
  • Make targeted front-end updates/recommendations, to refine usability
  • Collaborate with lead system engineers, UI/UX researchers, and engineers to deliver cohesive product solutions
  • Support usability testing, design validation, and continuous iteration processes
  • Maintain design systems and contribute scalable UI components
  • Communicate design rationale clearly and persuasively

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems from an accredited college or university.
  • 3 years of experience administrating Windows and Unix based Operating Systems including the development, updating, or testing of computer software.
  • Experience in identifying trends and problems through complex big data analysis preferred.
  • Working knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of naval shipboard hull, mechanical, and electrical systems preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Successful applicants must either have an active government security clearance or the ability to receive approval upon position acceptance.
  • Must have a valid US passport or the ability to obtain one upon position acceptance.
  • Ability to obtain OS certification or complete approved related training within 180 days of hire.
  • CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP certification preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Essential Skills:

  • 3-5+ years in UI/UX, Product Design, or UX Engineering.
  • Portfolio showcasing research translation, UX flows, and deployed product work.
  • Strong command of tools for wireframes and high-fidelity UI (i.e. Figma).
  • Ability to convert research findings into actionable design improvements.
  • Working knowledge of front-end development tools (i.e. HTML, CSS/SASS, and JavaScript).
  • Understanding of responsive design and accessibility standards.
  • Strong collaboration and presentation skills.

Additional Preferred Skills:

  • Motion/micro-interaction design experience.
  • Experience working with version control (i.e. Git) and collaborating in engineering workflows.
  • Familiarity with analytics tools to inform design decisions.
  • Experience in technical, enterprise, or data-heavy product environments.
  • Ability to execute lightweight UX research, to understand what users need, outside of a formal research project.