Job Description
*4-6 week contract, 20 hours a week*
*Job Title:*
Senior UX Designer

*Location:*
Remote

*Department:*
Product

*Reports To:*
Senior Group Product Manager

About The Role
GoodLeap is seeking a
*Senior Staff UX Designer*
to lead and elevate user experience across our digital mortgage platforms. You’ll play a key role in shaping intuitive, user-centered products that align with both customer needs and business goals. This position requires a blend of strategic thinking, hands-on design skills, and cross-functional collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Product Design (25%) Own UX design for key product areas, delivering clear, effective solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Drive Research & Insights (20%) Use user feedback, usability testing, and analytics to guide design decisions. Conduct lightweight research to supplement insights when needed.
• Design Execution (25%) Create high-fidelity designs and interactive prototypes with attention to usability, accessibility, and visual polish.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration (20%) Partner closely with product managers and engineers to ensure design outcomes support roadmap goals and development timelines.
• Mentorship & Design Advocacy (10%) Promote a user-centered approach across the organization. Mentor junior designers and advocate for design excellence at every stage.

What You Bring

• 8+ years of experience in UX or product design, ideally in fast-paced, agile environments.
• Expertise with design tools like Figma, along with strong skills in wireframing, prototyping, and working with design systems.
• Deep understanding of core UX principles including information architecture, user flows, interaction design, and accessibility.
• Strong visual design sensibility with attention to detail and hierarchy.
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills; able to present design ideas clearly and persuasively to stakeholders.
• Experience conducting or collaborating on user research and usability testing.
• Ability to work collaboratively with product managers, engineers, and other designers.
• A history of mentoring others and contributing to a strong, growth-minded design culture.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Remote position; standard office hours.
• Must be able to sit for long periods, work at a computer, and participate in virtual meetings.
• No travel or driving required.

Additional Notes
This job description reflects general duties and responsibilities and is not an exhaustive list. Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law.