UX Design Lead

UX Design Lead - Hybrid - Brooklyn, NY

Position Overview :

Cedar Park Group is seeking a talented UX Design Lead to help shape digital experiences that directly impact New Yorkers. In this role, you'll collaborate with product managers, UX researchers, content strategists, and developers to create inclusive, data-driven, and user-centered designs for a major public-facing childcare platform.

You'll lead the design process from concept to implementation, refine UI / UX strategies, develop prototypes, and ensure an engaging and accessible user experience. This position is ideal for a creative problem-solver with strong Figma expertise and a passion for building meaningful digital products that make a difference.

Schedule / Shift :

Hybrid schedule - 3 days onsite in Brooklyn, NY, and 2 days remote

35 hours per week | 12-month assignment

Responsibilities :

• Lead the UX design process for a citywide childcare hub.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate user needs into intuitive design solutions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for testing and implementation.
• Conduct usability testing, analyze feedback, and refine design recommendations.
• Partner with content strategists to develop cohesive and accessible content layouts.
• Work closely with developers to ensure design accuracy and functionality.
• Track and analyze performance metrics post-launch and support future feature rollouts.

Requirements (Mandatory & Desired) :

Mandatory :

8+ years of experience in UX design with a strong portfolio of user-friendly, consumer-facing work.

Advanced proficiency in Figma and demonstrated ability to deliver end-to-end design solutions.

Strong sense of visual design , including layout, typography, and spacing.

Expertise in user-centered design , journey mapping, and accessibility principles.

Ability to synthesize research insights into actionable design decisions.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams.

Desired :

Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.

Experience in public sector or government digital projects.

Background in usability testing and translating data into design improvements.

Familiarity with design systems and accessibility best practices.

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in design work.

Benefits :

PTO

Vacation pay

Bonus pay

Health insurance

401k

Why Join Us :

Join Cedar Park Group and experience a company that genuinely values your growth and success. Beyond our standard benefits like bonuses, PTO, health insurance, and training and career advancement, you'll have a dedicated recruiter guiding you through every step of your journey. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a supportive, people-first team, we invite you to join Cedar Park Group.