UI/UX Designer - Contractor

We are a UK-based tech team seeking a dedicated UI/UX Designer to join us as a remote independent contractor. You’ll work closely with developers and product stakeholders to design intuitive, data-centric applications that balance usability, consistency, and clean design. This role requires someone who can operate at both the product discovery level (low-fi wireframes, user journeys) and the pixel-perfect delivery level (final UI in Figma, component libraries, spacing systems). Lead UI/UX design in Figma, from wireframes and prototypes to final design assets Translate concepts into clean, logical, scalable UI/UX flows that developers can implement with confidence Build and maintain a Figma component library / design system aligned with React best practices Conduct design reviews and provide feedback to ensure quality and usability Takes pride in design quality and consistency 5+ years of professional UI/UX design experience (SaaS, dashboards, or complex apps preferred) • Expert in Figma: components, auto-layout, variants, design tokens, prototyping • Strong portfolio showcasing clean, modern UI/UX for data-heavy applications • Ability to design component-based systems that map well to React or similar frameworks • Experience producing both low-fi wireframes and high-fi production-ready designs • Solid understanding of UX principles, user journeys, and accessibility best practices • Detail-oriented — avoids sloppy design, enforces consistency in spacing, typography, and interactions • Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written) • Great work culture