UI/UX Designer

About Us

YuJa, Inc. is a leading provider of cloud-based digital compliance and accessibility solutions for regulated sectors worldwide. Serving clients in higher education, K-12, government, and healthcare, YuJa enables organizations to meet evolving regulatory demands while delivering engaging, secure, and accessible digital experiences. Our platforms such as Lumina (video), Panorama (LMS accessibility), EqualGround (governance), and Verity (proctoring) are rigorously tested for compliance, audited, and secured.

For over a decade, YuJa has been dedicated to building not only innovative digital compliance and accessibility solutions, but also a workplace where our people can thrive. We invest in our employees by fostering career growth, continuous learning, and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, inclusivity, and belonging, where every team member’s contributions are valued and their voices are heard. Just as we help institutions and organizations worldwide achieve their goals, we are equally committed to supporting the success of our people and making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Meet the YuJa family here and see what makes YuJa special!

About the Role

About the Role We are looking for a user centric UI UX Designer to join our team and help shape the future of our digital products. In this role, you will own the end-to-end design process, transforming complex requirements into intuitive experiences across Web platforms. Beyond visuals, you will play a key role in defining how our product communicates by crafting the narrative and microcopy that guides users. This role is ideal for a proactive problem solver who believes that great design is a conversation between the product and the user.

Your key responsibilities will include

• Collaborate with Product Teams and Product Managers on bringing the user experience to life, from conception to execution
• Distill complex requirements to create simplified user experiences in a cross-platform environment
• Solve product problems with a focus on the best user experience while balancing company and project timelines and ease of implementation
• Define and refine visual and UX design language for Android, iOS, desktop, and web applications
• Prioritize usability and user experience by continuously evaluating designs through user feedback, heuristics, and usability best practices
• Craft clear and concise in product copy including button labels, error messages, and onboarding flows to reduce friction
• Execute concept creation via wireframes, user flows, sitemaps and prototypes
• Translate wireframe concepts into visual mock ups by applying the best UI design patterns and standards
• Maintain a consistent product voice across all platforms, ensuring technical requirements are translated into human centered language
• Develop and maintain pixel perfect visual design specs and composites across all platforms including Android, iOS, and web products
• Create visual design guides, specifications, and assets for development and partner with the Product Team on the implementation
• Write clear, concise, and engaging copy for digital products and experiences, including user interfaces, buttons, menus, microcopy, and error messages
• Ensure all UX copy aligns with YuJa’s tone, voice, and accessibility standards.
• Strategize content hierarchy and information flow to ensure the visual interface and copy work together to improve usability and user experience
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of user centered design, user testing methodologies, usability, and accessibility standards and practices (WCAG 2.0, 2.1)
• Own all stages of the design process from initial concept, research, sketching, and user flows, through to high fidelity prototypes and development hand off
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build good working relationships
• Able to prioritize and manage workload, meet critical project milestones and deadlines, and pivot as needed

About You

• Bachelor’s degree, Diploma or equivalent in Human Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, Cognitive Science, Digital Web/Software Design, or related academic stream with up to 1 to 3 years of relevant experience
• Strong command of the English language with the ability to simplify complex jargon into intuitive microcopy
• A strong portfolio of completed projects which demonstrate strategic, creative, and user centered design solutions to complex problems
• Demonstrated ability to show how copy choices and content strategy impact user behavior and task completion
• UX knowledge and experience conducting user research, creating flows, designing wireframes and interactive prototypes using industry software such as Figma and Adobe Suites
• Experience building interactive prototypes to validate and test concepts
• Excellent knowledge of current web trends, accessibility practices (AODA), and production best practices
• Ability to work independently as well collaboratively as part of a team and to multitask in a high paced work environment

Why You’ll Love Working Here

YuJa is a multiple-time honoree on Forbes’ list of Best Start-Up Employers in America. We offer a competitive compensation package that include a base salary starting at CAD 50,000/year and comprehensive benefits and engagement opportunities.

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Health, vision, and dental benefits, 100% employer-paid
• Additional benefits include RRSP, gym subsidies, and more
• Work-life balance including flexible work hours to create an ideal work-life balance
• Paid sick days and flex days

Team Engagement:

• Fun activities and celebrations, including Canada Day Trip, Saint Patrick's Day Party, Halloween Costume Contests, Holiday Dinner Party, and more
• Office perks including company-provided snacks, drinks and events
• Employee recognition programs, such as gift cards and “Employee of the Week” rewards
• Professional growth including continuous learning opportunities and reimbursements to support personal and professional development
• Hands-on experience working with senior-level business leaders
  

Schedule

This is an office-based role with standard hours from Monday to Friday.

How to Apply

This job is exclusively directed towards candidates already in Canada. You may apply directly online via this site by submitting your resume and academic transcripts. If any questions, please send an email to [email protected]

YuJa is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.