At Pearson, we seriously believe in a world that's all about learning and our awesome team that makes it happen. Whether it's bringing lectures to life or turning textbooks into online lessons, we're always looking for better ways to help people learn, whether it’s a kid next door or a whole education community around the world. We're a crew of bold thinkers and creative innovators who push each other to explore new ideas in a place that encourages and inspires us to be the best we can. By pushing the limits of technology — and each other — we plant the seeds of learning that spark innovations, big and small, for everyone. 

 

Summary: 

We’re on the lookout for a talented UI/UX Designer to help shape the future of web-based education and digital authoring. In this role, you will own the end-to-end UX Design process for one or more web-based applications within our product suite. You’ll work alongside our team of highly skilled Designers to collaborate on design solutions, ensure quality, and create a cohesive user experience. You’ll work on a cross-functional team with access to cutting-edge technology to create modern, intuitive solutions for authoring and learning. 

 

What you’ll do: 

Produce a variety of design deliverables including wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and dev-ready designs 

Champion user-centric design principles, accessibility, and inclusivity 

Conduct research and analyze existing products to identify opportunities for improvement 

Work closely with Solutions Managers, Business Analysts, and Stakeholders to align design solutions with business objectives and user feedback 

Partner with Engineers to understand technical constraints and ensure designs are feasible 

Contribute to and maintain a unified Design System across products 

Share and receive constructive feedback to refine and elevate the user experience 

Present research and designs for feedback from peers and stakeholders 

 

Essential Skills and Experience: 

Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience 

5 or more years of proven experience in User Experience, User Research or Digital Design 

Experience designing web applications 

Experience with UI/UX design software (Figma is preferred) 

Worked in Agile environments and proficient with project management software such as Jira or Asana 

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite products (or other office suite products) 

Excellent creative problem-solving skills. Ability to parse ideas, research, and design constraints to move conversations forward and determine the best solution 

Excellent organization, communication, and presentation skills 

Ability to perform efficiently and effectively with minimal oversight 

 

Desired Skills and Experience: 

Passion for the future of Education and AI 

Experience within Education, Publishing, or Media 

Experience creating or implementing Design systems, or familiarity with design system concepts 

Familiarity with front end development concepts and frameworks  

Experience working in a distributed team across time zones and regions