๐ Job Overview
Job Title: UX/UI Designer
Company: PulteGroup
Location: Atlanta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: UI/UX Design
Date Posted: 2025-06-04
Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level (4-6 years)
Remote Status: On-site
๐จ Design Role Summary
- Bridge between users and digital products, creating intuitive and user-friendly designs
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs align with business goals and user needs
- Produce high-quality user interfaces and visually appealing designs from conception to completion
- Conduct user research and testing to inform design decisions
- Develop and maintain design systems and style guides for development teams
๐ผ๏ธ Primary Design Responsibilities
- Transform complex requirements into intuitive and usable flows for users
- Analyze design options and provide recommendations that gain stakeholder buy-in
- Develop creative solutions and produce UI/UX deliverables, such as wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and mockups
- Act as the primary user advocate, ensuring user needs and goals are considered throughout the design process
- Support UI/UX design and development across multiple teams and products
- Employ proven UX research methods and data analytics to drive design decisions
- Communicate and articulate design decisions effectively to gain stakeholder buy-in
๐ Design Skills & Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience: Minimum 4-6 years of experience in UX/UI design for web-based applications
Required Design Skills:
- Proficient in Figma and wireframe prototyping tools
- Proficient in HTML5, CSS3, SASS, and JavaScript Frameworks (Angular)
- Fluent in WCAG compliance and ADA design standards
- Experience working with and contributing to a Design System
- Experience conducting user research and user testing
Preferred Design Skills:
- Proficiency in Adobe CC and Adobe XD
- Experience with DevOps, Agile, or SEO
๐จ Portfolio & Creative Requirements
Portfolio Essentials:
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of user-centered design principles
- Showcase a variety of design projects, including wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups
- Include case studies that detail your design process, research methods, and design rationale
- Highlight your ability to create and maintain design systems and style guides
Design Process Documentation:
- Include user research and testing results to support your design decisions
- Showcase your ability to iterate and refine designs based on feedback and testing results
- Demonstrate your understanding of accessibility standards and best practices
๐ต Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 per year (based on industry standards for mid-senior level UX/UI designers in Atlanta, GA)
Benefits:
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision
- Flexible healthcare coverage options
- Affordable healthcare coverage options
- Supplemental healthcare coverage options
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and work/life benefits
- Health advocacy and wellness programs
- Retirement plan with company match
- Education programs and employee assistance programs
- Paid parental leave and adoption benefits
- Mortgage financing discounts
Working Hours: Full-time, typically 40 hours per week
๐ฏ Design Team & Company Context
๐ข Company & Design Culture
Industry: Construction and Real Estate
Company Size: 51-200 employees
Founded: 1950 (as Centex; merged with Pulte Homes in 2000)
Design Team Structure:
- Centralized design team with dedicated UX and UI designers
- Collaborative cross-functional teams, including product owners, engineers, and stakeholders
- Flat reporting structure with regular design critiques and feedback
Design Methodology:
- User-centered design approach, focusing on user needs and goals
- Iterative design process, incorporating user feedback and testing results
- Collaborative design process, involving cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Company Website: PulteGroup
๐ Design Career & Growth Analysis
Design Career Level: Mid-Senior Level (4-6 years of experience)
Reporting Structure: Reports directly to the Design Manager or Senior UX/UI Designer
Design Impact: Designs have a significant impact on user experience and business outcomes, influencing product development and strategy
Growth Opportunities:
- Progression to Senior UX/UI Designer or Design Manager role within 1-3 years
- Specialization in UX or UI design, or expansion into product design
- Leadership opportunities, including mentoring junior designers and contributing to design team strategy
๐ Design Work Environment
Studio Type: On-site, collaborative workspace with dedicated design areas and team spaces
Office Location(s): Atlanta, GA
Design Workspace Context:
- Open-plan workspace with dedicated design areas and team spaces
- Access to design tools, software, and hardware
- Regular design critiques and feedback sessions
Work Schedule: Full-time, typically 40 hours per week, with flexible hours to accommodate design workflow and collaboration
๐ Design Application & Portfolio Review Process
Design Interview Process:
- Phone or video screening to assess communication and design skills
- Design challenge or case study presentation to demonstrate design process and problem-solving skills
- On-site or video interview with the design team to assess cultural fit and design team dynamics
- Final interview with the Design Manager or hiring manager to discuss design impact and career growth opportunities
Portfolio Review Tips:
- Highlight user-centered design principles and user research methods
- Include case studies that demonstrate design process, user testing, and design rationale
- Showcase your ability to create and maintain design systems and style guides
- Demonstrate your understanding of accessibility standards and best practices
Design Challenge Preparation:
- Practice presenting design challenges or case studies to a diverse audience
- Prepare a clear and concise design rationale and presentation structure
- Anticipate stakeholder questions and design critiques
Design ATS Keywords:
- Design Skills: User-centered design, iterative design, responsive design, accessibility, user research, design systems, prototyping, wireframing, design tools (Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, etc.)
- Design Methodologies: Agile, Lean UX, Design Thinking, Double Diamond Design Process, Google Design Sprint
- Soft Skills: Communication, collaboration, problem-solving, adaptability, attention to detail, empathy, user advocacy
- Industry Terms: DesignOps, Design System, Design Tokens, Design Guidelines, Design Handoff, Design Critique, Design Thinking, User Experience, User Interface, Usability, Accessibility, Responsive Design, Mobile-First Design, Design Research, User Testing, A/B Testing, Design Sprint, Design Thinking, Design Thinking Workshop
๐ Design Tools & Technology Stack
Primary Design Tools:
- Figma (for UI design, prototyping, and collaboration)
- Adobe XD (for UI design and collaboration)
- Sketch (for UI design and collaboration)
- InVision (for prototyping and user testing)
Design Collaboration & Handoff:
- Zeplin (for design handoff and collaboration with developers)
- Avocode (for design handoff and collaboration with developers)
- Figma (for design collaboration and handoff with stakeholders)
Design Research & Testing:
- UserTesting (for user testing and feedback collection)
- Hotjar (for user behavior analytics and heatmapping)
- Google Analytics (for user behavior analytics and performance measurement)
๐ฅ Design Team Culture & Values
Design Values:
- User-centered design: Prioritize user needs and goals in all design decisions
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to create user-centered designs
- Iterative design: Continuously refine and improve designs based on user feedback and testing results
- Accessibility: Design with accessibility in mind, ensuring designs meet WCAG and ADA standards
- Continuous learning: Stay up-to-date with design trends, tools, and best practices
Design Collaboration Style:
- Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with product owners, engineers, and stakeholders to create user-centered designs
- Design critiques: Regularly review and provide feedback on design work to encourage growth and improvement
- Design system contribution: Contribute to and maintain design systems and style guides to ensure design consistency and scalability
โก Design Challenges & Growth Opportunities
Design Challenges:
- Balancing user needs and business objectives in design decisions
- Managing multiple projects and priorities with competing deadlines
- Keeping up with design trends, tools, and best practices in a rapidly evolving field
- Effectively communicating design rationale and decisions to non-design stakeholders
Learning & Development Opportunities:
- Design workshops and conferences, such as Design Thinking, UX Design, and UI Design workshops
- Online learning platforms, such as LinkedIn Learning, Udemy, and Coursera
- Mentorship and coaching opportunities within the design team
๐ก Design Interview Preparation
Design Process Questions:
- Describe your design process and how you approach user research and testing
- How do you balance user needs and business objectives in design decisions?
- Can you walk us through a design challenge or case study, explaining your design rationale and process?
Company & Design Culture Questions:
- How do you ensure your designs are accessible and meet WCAG and ADA standards?
- Can you describe a time when you had to advocate for users in a design decision, and how did you approach it?
- How do you collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to create user-centered designs?
Portfolio Presentation Strategy:
- Highlight your design process and user research methods in your portfolio
- Include case studies that demonstrate your ability to create and maintain design systems and style guides
- Practice presenting your portfolio to a diverse audience and anticipate stakeholder questions
๐ Application Steps
To apply for this UX/UI Designer position:
- Submit your application through the PulteGroup careers page
- Customize your resume and portfolio to highlight relevant design skills and experiences
- Prepare a design challenge or case study presentation, focusing on user-centered design principles and design process documentation
- Research PulteGroup's design culture and values, and prepare questions to ask during the interview process