Programmer Analyst - UI/UX Designer/Developer
Company: Zenfreed, LLC
Location: Lansing
Posted on: January 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The UI/UX Analyst is responsible
for establishing the overall application look and feel as well as
designing, communicating, and executing all user interface screens
for each business requirement. The UI/UX Analyst directs the
overall user experience for interacting with the delivered product.
This role works closely with the Business Analyst and Technical
Lead in the delivery of solutions that meet or exceed customer
requirements. Job Duties Works directly with project team including
business analysts, business owners, solution architects, tech
leads, developers, and QA to ensure understanding of the
requirements, functionality, size, scalability, and usability of
the IT solution. Works in conjunction with the Business Analyst to
examine existing business processes and systems to develop a full
representation of the system’s interface design and usability by
the business. Participates in all requirement gathering meetings,
Joint Application Modeling (JAM) sessions, and/or brainstorm
sessions with business owners to identify product usability
concerns and desires. Examine and analyze current user(s) flow and
process, pain points, and desires from a usability and visual
standpoint to deliver proper solutions. Leads the overall visual
design and usability of the product. Provides expertise and leads
the project team through applicable design patterns, screen layout
decisions, and usability testing. Serves as an advocate for the end
user of the product, consistently working to improve the overall
design and usability of the delivered product, as the budget
allows. Creates sketches, wireframes, and mockups of user interface
screens according to the requirements/user stories that adhere to
SOM Look & Feel Standards as well as the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. Creates high- fidelity
functioning prototypes when applicable/feasible. Reviews wireframes
with the Business Analyst for business requirements and with
Technical Lead for technical feasibility before presenting
wireframe solutions to the business. Provides guidance to the
development team regarding UI/UX best practices, established coding
standards, and ADA vulnerability remediation. Ensures conformance
to the State of Michigan (SOM) Look & Feel Standards. Performs
usability testing to ensure conformance with UI/UX best practices.
Performs accessibility testing to ensure conformance to the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. Creates and
facilitates usability tests with the intended users of the product
and iterates screen designs accordingly. Actively advises
developers on accessibility requirements and vulnerability
remediation. Serve as liaison to DTMB Center for Shared Solutions
(CSS) eMichigan team. Requirements Experience with wireframing and
prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, or equivalent) Experience with
design systems and reusable components Experience leading user
workshops and facilitating sessions Experience with quantitative
results-driven design techniques such as a/b testing Familiarity
with accessibility standards and best practices Experience with
information architecture Working knowledge of CSS preprocessors
(SASS/LESS) Desired Skills Working knowledge of Java/.net Minimum
Education Bachelor's Degree Location Local candidates (strongly
preferred) or non-local (must be willing to relocate at their own
expense from acceptance with no delays & follow the hybrid
schedule). Position is a hybrid schedule with onsite from day 1,
two days a week. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION Working hours Monday-Friday,
approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional Requirements Must
be authorized to work in the United States; We are unable to offer
sponsorships at this time Must undergo a background check and drug
screening for employment. Employment Terms This is a W2 position 40
hrs per week HYBRID schedule - onsite from day 1, two days a week.
NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION About Zenfreed At Zenfreed, we are more than
an IT company. We bridge the gap between people wanting to do the
work they were meant to do and organizations needing the right
talent. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and
authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your
past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in
the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be
just the right candidate for this or other roles. Benefits We
understand a comprehensive benefits package is crucial to
employment satisfaction. We offer medical, dental and vision
coverage options for all employees.
Keywords: Zenfreed, LLC, Toledo , Programmer Analyst - UI/UX Designer/Developer, IT / Software / Systems , Lansing, Ohio
