UX Designer II

About The Company
Renaissance® is a global leader in pre-K-12 education technology, dedicated to transforming learning experiences for students and educators worldwide. The company’s innovative solutions enable educators to analyze data, personalize learning pathways, and create engaging classroom environments that foster student growth and achievement. With a presence in over one-third of US schools and more than 100 countries, Renaissance is committed to improving educational outcomes through technology-driven solutions. The organization values trust, collaboration, excellence, accountability, and continuous growth, which are reflected in its dynamic work culture and mission-driven approach.
About The Role
The UX Designer II at Renaissance is a pivotal role responsible for translating the company's mission to accelerate learning into compelling, user-centered design solutions. This position involves collaborating closely with cross-functional teams—including design, engineering, and product management—to develop innovative products and services that meet the needs of educators and students. The ideal candidate is a versatile designer with strong interaction and visual design skills, capable of managing projects independently from discovery to execution. They will contribute to the evolution of Renaissance’s UX practices, leverage established methodologies, and foster a collaborative environment that encourages creative problem-solving. The role emphasizes delivering high-quality design artifacts, participating in planning and estimation, and driving UX excellence across multiple projects in a fast-paced, agile setting.
Qualifications

• A degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Design, Information Architecture, Human Factors, Psychology, Cognitive Science, or a related field, or equivalent project/portfolio experience.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience designing interactive experiences in web-based software environments, with a portfolio of prior work examples.
• Strong understanding of UX methodology and lifecycle across various channels and platforms.
• Passion for solving problems in education, particularly for educators and students.
• Proficiency in design software tools such as Figma (preferred).
• Deep knowledge of design research methods to uncover customer insights.
• Demonstrable skills in data visualization, translating complex data into intuitive workflows.
• Experience with component libraries, repositories, and internal communication tools.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and managing multiple projects, deadlines, and teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with design, engineering, and product teams to execute and deliver successful products through an iterative, customer-focused design process.
• Contribute to project planning, work estimation, and coordination of broader work streams.
• Create high-quality design deliverables aligned with UX goals and priorities, managing tasks independently within larger schedules.
• Leverage and extend existing UX techniques, templates, presentations, and assets to develop solutions and analysis materials.
• Contribute to the adaptation and enhancement of Renaissance’s UX tools, methodologies, and software, proposing new solutions when appropriate.
• Foster cross-disciplinary collaboration, encouraging innovative ideas and cohesive teamwork.
• Drive UX delivery excellence, enhancing internal and external UX influence and achieving organizational goals.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $74,700-$102,750 USD, commensurate with experience and location.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and telehealth services.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Retirement plans including 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays annually.
• Parental leave offering 20 weeks total, with 14 weeks paid, along with Milk Stork program support.
• Tuition reimbursement programs to support continuous learning.
• Life and disability insurance coverage.
• Well-being programs and Employee Assistance Programs to promote health and work-life balance.

Equal Opportunity
Renaissance is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment. The organization does not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Renaissance encourages all qualified applicants to apply, recognizing that roles evolve over time with innovation. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and relevant laws. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available at this time.