Senior Front End Designer

Job Summary

The Sr Front End Designer operates as an independent contributor with strong conceptual and practical knowledge in UI/UX design and front-end development. This role solves complex problems, works with minimal guidance, and may lead project steps or moderately complex initiatives. The designer applies in-depth practical knowledge to deliver high quality, responsive digital solutions across internal and customer facing platforms. The role collaborates cross-functionally to ensure solutions align with broader business objectives and key drivers.

• Design & User
  
  Experience:
  • Execute advanced UI/UX design tasks, including creation of wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and information architecture that simplify and clarify digital experiences.
  • Produce high fidelity designs using Figma and other design tools, ensuring consistency with established brand and design system standards.
  • Contribute to the maintenance and evolution of design system components; may lead specific component updates or enhancements.
• Front End Development:
  • Translate approved designs into production ready HTML, CSS/SCSS, and JavaScript with responsive and accessible behavior.
  • Implement page structures, components, and interactions for microsites, landing pages, intranet pages, and digital campaign assets.
  • Ensure cross browser compatibility and alignment with company web standards.
• User Testing & Optimization:
  • Conduct usability testing, heatmap reviews, and other UX assessments; summarize findings and recommend improvements.
  • Analyze site performance metrics and recommend enhancements using a broader business perspective to optimize load time, responsiveness, and user engagement.
• Cross Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  • Work closely with stakeholders, IT partners, and subject matter experts to gather requirements, clarify expectations, and refine deliverables.
  • Implement tagging, tracking, and measurement configurations as directed to support analytics objectives.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement:
  • Stay current on emerging UI/UX trends, tools, and front end development best practices; recommend new approaches to enhance digital experiences.
  • Completes additional initiatives/projects in support of the business as needed/assigned.
• Project Leadership:
  • May lead tasks or work streams within broader marketing or digital initiatives.
  • May provide guidance to less experienced designers or developers when needed.
• Business Relationships:
  • Works with cross-functional partners across the organization as needed.
  • Part of the Strategic Marketing Function, reporting directly to the Sr. Manager of Strategic Marketing.

• Accredited four (4) year bachelor's degree in relevant field.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in UI/UX design, front-end development, digital media, or web experience creation.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma experience and prototyping tools.
• Proficient with front-end technologies: HTML5, CSS3/SCSS, JavaScript, responsive frameworks, and component-based design.
• Familiarity with CMS platforms such as Word Press or Hub Spot.
• Microsoft Office software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Visio, etc.).

• Strong capabilities in UI/UX design, prototyping, and interaction design.
• Advanced proficiency in modern front-end development languages and tools.
• Solid understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG / Section 508) and inclusive design principles.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to explain design decisions.

• May need to move and set up materials, typically 40 lbs. or less.
• May require travel (up to 10%).

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off.
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future.
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts.
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
• Flexible Vacation & PTO.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Generous Employee Referral Program.
• Voluntary Benefits Available:
  Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more.
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees.

Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.