Job Description
Hiring Remotely in Leawood KS USA
In-Office or Remote
6-6 Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Healthtech • Software
Laudio is an intelligent platform that streamlines and automates key tasks for frontline leaders in health systems.
The Role
Lead UX strategy for StaffGarden by designing user-centered experiences collaborating with stakeholders conducting user research and maintaining design systems.
Summary Generated by Built In
We Impact Lives Through Purpose-Driven Work in A People First Culture
Ascend Learning a leading healthcare and learning technology company is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students educators and employers with outcomes-based data-driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning. From testing to certification Ascend Learning products are used by physicians emergency medical professionals nurses allied health professionals certified personal trainers financial advisors skilled trades professionals and insurance brokers.
Headquartered in Burlington MA with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S. Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America's 2025 Greatest Workplaces as well as America's Best Places to work for Mental Well-Being for 2025.
We're always looking for talented passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive read on to learn more.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Healthcare Workforce Solutions (HWS) within Ascend Learning is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior UX Designer to lead the design of intuitive user-centered experiences for StaffGarden. This role requires an innovative designer to collaborate closely with product managers developers and stakeholders to translate business goals and user needs into compelling design solutions.
WHERE YOU'LL WORK
This position will work remote within the United States.
HOW YOU'LL SPEND YOUR TIME
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
BENEFITS
Fostering A Sense of Belonging
Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action innovation and collaboration with a relentless focus on customers. We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive feel valued and be authentic. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives we are a stronger more innovative and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging.
Ascend Learning LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S.-based positions with Ascend Learning LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
Nearest Major Market: Kansas City
Ascend Learning a leading healthcare and learning technology company is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students educators and employers with outcomes-based data-driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning. From testing to certification Ascend Learning products are used by physicians emergency medical professionals nurses allied health professionals certified personal trainers financial advisors skilled trades professionals and insurance brokers.
Headquartered in Burlington MA with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S. Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America's 2025 Greatest Workplaces as well as America's Best Places to work for Mental Well-Being for 2025.
We're always looking for talented passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive read on to learn more.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Healthcare Workforce Solutions (HWS) within Ascend Learning is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior UX Designer to lead the design of intuitive user-centered experiences for StaffGarden. This role requires an innovative designer to collaborate closely with product managers developers and stakeholders to translate business goals and user needs into compelling design solutions.
WHERE YOU'LL WORK
This position will work remote within the United States.
HOW YOU'LL SPEND YOUR TIME
- Lead UX Design: Own and drive the UX strategy for StaffGarden from discovery to delivery. Support multiple projects managing and prioritizing work and deliverables. Guide design team members to determine the right UX activities and deliverables for various types of projects.
- AI-First Design Workflows: Champion and operationalize AI-assisted design practices across the team - using tools like Claude Figma AI plugins to accelerate ideation wireframing copy exploration and design QA. Model what "moving fast with quality" looks like in an AI-native workflow. Utilize advanced Figma skills to create high-fidelity prototypes wireframes and design specifications.
- Rapid Iteration & Prototyping: Use AI-augmented processes to compress the time from concept to testable prototype. Generate and evaluate multiple design directions quickly using AI to handle low-level production work so you stay focused on high-judgment decisions.
- UCD Process Implementation: Apply solid UCD processes to plan execute and iterate on design solutions.
- User Research and Testing: Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and validate design decisions.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with product managers developers and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality design solutions.
- Design System: Contribute to and help maintain our design system that supports scalable and consistent user experiences across products.
- Design Patterns and Best Practices: Set up design patterns and establish best practices for design processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree required in Design HCI or a related field or Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in UX design with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
- Proven experience in establishing and maintaining design systems.
- High proficiency in Figma and other design tools.
- Experience working closely with front-end developers.
- Strong understanding of UCD principles and processes.
- Excellent communication leadership and teamwork skills.
- An ability to think critically solve complex problems and deliver innovative design solutions.
- Portfolio showcasing a range of UX design projects and demonstrating your design process.
BENEFITS
- Flexible and generous paid time off
- Competitive medical dental vision and life insurance
- 401(k) employer matching program
- Parental leave
- Wellness resources
- Charitable matching program
- On-site workout facilities (Leawood Gilbert Burlington)
- Community outreach groups
- Tuition reimbursement
Fostering A Sense of Belonging
Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action innovation and collaboration with a relentless focus on customers. We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive feel valued and be authentic. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives we are a stronger more innovative and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging.
Ascend Learning LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S.-based positions with Ascend Learning LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
Nearest Major Market: Kansas City
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Design HCI or a related field
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in UX design
- Proven experience in establishing and maintaining design systems
- High proficiency in Figma and other design tools
- Experience working closely with front-end developers
- Strong understanding of UCD principles and processes
- Excellent communication leadership and teamwork skills
- Portfolio showcasing a range of UX design projects
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Laudio Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Leave & Time Off Breadth—Unlimited PTO is paired with paid holidays two volunteer days bereavement leave floating holidays and birthday time off. A fully remote flexible schedule supports practical use of this time away.
- Healthcare Strength—Medical dental and vision coverage are complemented by mental health benefits wellness programs via Aetna and life and disability insurance. FSAs (including Dependent Care FSA) expand pre‑tax options for healthcare spending.
- Parental & Family Support—Generous parental leave and family medical leave are highlighted alongside childcare benefits and a Dependent Care FSA. These elements indicate consideration for caregiving needs across different life stages.
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The Company
HQ: Boston MA
42 Employees
Year Founded: 2017
What We Do
Laudio empowers healthcare leaders to drive large-scale change through everyday human actions. Our platform streamlines workflows for frontline leaders strengthens interpersonal connections and aligns C-suite objectives with frontline efforts enhancing leader efficiency employee engagement and patient experience. Laudio makes it possible for patients frontline workers and health system leaders to thrive together. Discover how at www.laudio.com.
Why Work With Us
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in healthcare? Explore the opportunities below to join a dynamic innovative team dedicated to creating large-scale change. Discover your potential future with Laudio below.
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At our 100% remote company employees have the flexibility to work from wherever they work best. For employees interested in in-person interaction we hold annual company gatherings.
Typical time on-site: None
HQBoston MA
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