# UX/UI Designer > Pavago · Costa Rica (Remote) · — · Posted 2026-05-14 **Workplace:** remote **Department:** Candidate Sourcing ## Description ### **UX/UI Designer (Figma, Product Design, User Research & Prototyping) – Remote | U.S. Hours** **Position Type:** Full-Time, Remote **Working Hours:** U.S. Client Business Hours (flexibility required for sprint reviews, launches, and developer handoffs) ### **About the Role** At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a **UX/UI Designer** to own the full product design lifecycle — from user research and wireframes to polished interfaces and developer-ready handoffs. This is not just a visual design role. You will be responsible for: - Understanding user behavior - Solving real product problems - Designing intuitive user experiences - Improving usability, engagement, and conversion You’ll work closely with: - Product Managers - Engineers - Stakeholders To create clean, scalable, and user-friendly digital experiences across web and mobile products. If you think in: - User flows - Product usability - Conversion-focused experiences - Scalable design systems This role is a strong fit. ### **What You’ll Own** ### **User Research & Product Thinking (Core Focus)** - Conduct: - User interviews - Surveys - Usability testing - Translate findings into: - Personas - User journeys - User flows - Product requirements - Analyze user behavior using: - Hotjar - FullStory - Google Analytics ### **Wireframing & Prototyping** - Create: - Low-fidelity wireframes - High-fidelity prototypes - Interactive product flows - Use tools like: - Figma - Adobe XD - Sketch - Iterate designs quickly based on: - User feedback - QA findings - Stakeholder input ### **UI Design & Design Systems** - Design modern, responsive interfaces with strong: - Typography - Layout hierarchy - Color systems - Interaction consistency - Build and maintain: - Design systems - Component libraries - Style guides - Ensure consistency across: - Web applications - Mobile interfaces - Product experiences ### **Accessibility & UX Standards** - Design with: - WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards - Ensure: - Strong usability - Clear navigation - Mobile responsiveness - Inclusive experiences - Consider localization and global user accessibility ### **Collaboration & Developer Handoff** - Work closely with: - Product Managers - Engineers - QA teams - Deliver: - Design specifications - Assets - Interaction documentation - Support developer handoff using: - Figma Dev Mode - Zeplin - InVision ### **Optimization & Continuous Improvement** - Participate in: - Design reviews - Product feedback cycles - A/B testing initiatives - Improve: - User flows - Onboarding experiences - Feature usability - Product conversion performance ### **What Success Looks Like** - Users can navigate products intuitively - Designs are clean, scalable, and developer-friendly - Product experiences reduce friction and improve engagement - Design systems stay consistent across products - Features are delivered on time and aligned with product goals ### **What Makes You a Strong Fit** - You think like a product designer, not just a visual designer - You balance: - User needs - Business goals - Product constraints - You can explain: - Why a design works - Not just how it looks - You are highly collaborative and comfortable in Agile environments - You care deeply about usability, clarity, and product impact ### **Requirements (Must-Have)** ### **Experience** - 2+ years of UX/UI or Product Design experience - Strong portfolio demonstrating: - UX thinking - Product problem-solving - High-quality UI execution ### **Core Skills** - Proficiency in: - Figma - Adobe XD - Sketch - Experience with: - Wireframing - Prototyping - Responsive design - Design systems - Strong understanding of: - User-centered design - Accessibility standards - Product usability principles ### **Nice to Have** - Experience designing: - SaaS platforms - Mobile applications - E-commerce products - Basic front-end understanding: - HTML/CSS - Experience with: - Analytics tools - User testing platforms - Large-scale design systems ### **What a Typical Day Looks Like** - Review user feedback and product priorities - Design wireframes and product flows - Create UI screens and prototypes in Figma - Collaborate with engineering and product teams - Refine design systems and reusable components - Participate in sprint reviews and feedback sessions - Iterate designs based on testing and stakeholder input **In short:** You design intuitive, scalable, and user-friendly product experiences that improve usability, engagement, and product adoption. ### **Key Metrics (KPIs)** - Improved usability and user satisfaction - Reduced user friction and drop-offs - Consistent design system adoption - On-time delivery of design assets - Product engagement and conversion improvements ### **Why This Role Stands Out** - Full ownership of the product design lifecycle - Direct impact on product usability and growth - High collaboration with product and engineering teams - Opportunity to shape scalable design systems - Growth path into: - Senior Product Designer - UX Lead - Product Design Manager ### **Interview Process** - Initial Phone Screen - Video Interview with Recruiter - Portfolio Review + Practical Task _(Example: Design a 3-screen onboarding flow)_ - Client Interview - Offer & Background Verification ### **Apply Now** If you: - Think in user journeys, not just screens - Care about both UX and UI quality - Enjoy solving product problems through design - Want ownership across the full design lifecycle This is a strong opportunity to work on impactful digital products while shaping intuitive user experiences in a fast-moving environment. ## Apply [Apply at Pavago](https://apply.workable.com/pavago/j/0CA82E0B22/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)