UX/UI Designer

About Us Marigold Health is a leading provider of app-based peer recovery support, empowering individuals on their journey to wellness. We combine compassionate peer support with innovative technology to improve health outcomes and enhance the member experience. We’re seeking a talented UX/UI Designer to help us create intuitive, engaging experiences for both members and peer supporters.  Role Overview As a UX/UI Designer, you will design and optimize user experiences for our mobile app and backend web functionality. This role requires a user-centered approach to design, a strong understanding of industry trends, and a strategic lens on competitive landscapes. You’ll work closely with product managers, developers, and peer recovery specialists to ensure our platforms meet the needs of members and peers alike. 

Key Responsibilities

• User Interface Design 
• Develop visually appealing and accessible designs that align with Marigold Health’s brand identity. 
• Create and maintain high-fidelity mockups, clickable prototypes and design systems to ensure consistency across platforms. 
• Collaborate with product managers and developers to ensure seamless implementation of designs. 
• Feature Development 
• Partner with product teams to prioritize and design features that enhance member engagement, drive member outcomes, and improve peer efficiency. 
• Help manage the design roadmap while representing the voice of the member. 
• Incorporate feedback from members, peers, and stakeholders into iterative design improvements. 
• Accessibility and Inclusivity 
• Ensure all designs are ADA-compliant and accessible to users with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 
• Advocate for inclusive design principles throughout the product lifecycle. 
• User Experience Design 
• Conduct user research, interviews, and usability testing to understand the needs and behaviors of members and peer supporters. 
• Map user journeys, create personas, and define user flows to guide design decisions. 
• Design wireframes, prototypes, and mockups for mobile and web interfaces. 
• Work closely with product and data science teams to understand how members and internal staff are using our product, and what can be improved. 
• Competitive Landscape Analysis 
• Monitor trends in app-based peer support and healthcare technology to identify opportunities for innovation. 
• Benchmark against competitors to understand industry best practices and user expectations. 
• Collaboration and Communication 
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product, development, and clinical operations, to align design goals with organizational objectives. 
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders for feedback and approval. 
• Create and present research and design insights reports to stakeholders. 
• Lead design handoffs with development teams to ensure clarity and efficiency. 

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, UX/UI Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, or a related field, or commensurate experience in-leu of a degree 
• 5+ years of experience in UX/UI design, preferably for mobile apps and web platforms. 
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Miro, Adobe Creative Suite, Storybook or similar. 
• Strong portfolio showcasing user-centered design processes and outcomes. 
• Experience working with user research and usability testing. 
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and inclusive design principles. 
And the following would be nice
• Familiarity with healthcare, behavioral health, or peer support services. 
• Previous experience at an early or mid-stage startup 
• Previous experience working as a designer for a social network or online community 
• Experience with design systems and component libraries. 
• Understanding of front-end development principles (e.g., HTML, CSS) for effective collaboration with developers. 

Key Competencies

• Empathy: A deep understanding of the challenges faced by members and peers, and the ability to design solutions that meet their needs. 
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to analyze the competitive landscape and align design with business goals. 
• Collaboration: Excellent communication and teamwork skills to work effectively across departments. 
• Attention to Detail: Precision in creating polished, user-friendly designs. 

Why You'll Love This Role

• Impact-Driven Work: Contribute to meaningful outcomes in the lives of individuals on their recovery journey. 
• Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. 
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to expand your skills and take ownership of impactful projects. 
• Supportive Culture: Work with a mission-driven team that values inclusivity and employee well-being. 

Reporting and Benefits

• This role will report to Tyler, our Managing Director of Product
• This is a full-time, exempt, salaried role 
• The base salary for this role will be $45,000 - $55,000 with opportunity for monthly bonuses 
• Equity 
• Accrual of 20 days of PTO 
• 9 days of sick time 
• 8 paid company holidays and 2 floating holidays 
• FSA and/or HSA
• Access to a 401k
• Company-paid health insurance premiums and 65% coverage of premiums for any dependents 

More About Marigold Health   Marigold Health is an early-stage, rapidly growing startup providing services for a range of community-based mental health and substance use treatment providers as well as for managed care organizations.  We collaborate with eminent investigators at Brown University and Johns Hopkins and have been publicly recognized by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the American Psychiatric Association.      Our core values are authenticity, candor, and ambition.     Inclusion is at the core of what we do. We’re working to bring care to the most underserved and stigmatized patients. We actively welcome applicants from a wealth of different backgrounds (including but not limited to race, gender, educational background, and sexual orientation). We must have diversity on our team and in our mindsets to be successful in moving the needle on the deeply entrenched and systematic challenges we face.      Marigold Health is an equal opportunity employer. Apply