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What We Look For
The traits that define top candidates in this role
- Strong portfolio with end-to-end design process — research through delivery
- Figma proficiency and design system experience
- User research, usability testing, and synthesis skills
- Collaborative working style with engineering — understands constraints
Why This Role Is Hard to Fill
The best designers are opinionated about craft and selective about where they work. They care about design culture, tooling, and whether their work actually ships. We know how to present opportunities in a way that resonates with them.
Our Approach
We look at portfolios before we pick up the phone. We want to see the thinking, not just the final screens. A beautiful Dribbble shot without any process behind it doesn't tell us much.
FAQ
Common Questions About Hiring a UX / UI Designer
How much does a UX / UI Designer make?+
UX / UI Designers typically earn between $95,000–$145,000 annually for direct hire positions in today's market, though compensation varies based on location, years of experience, tech stack, and company stage. Candidates in major tech hubs like San Francisco, New York, or Seattle may command salaries at the higher end of that range.
How long does it take to hire a UX / UI Designer?+
With CRB Workforce, most clients receive their first qualified slate of UX / UI Designer candidates within 5–10 business days. The full time-to-offer typically runs 3–6 weeks depending on your interview process and how quickly stakeholders are available. We actively manage scheduling and follow-up to keep momentum.
When should I hire a UX / UI Designer full-time vs. on contract?+
Direct hire makes sense when you need a UX / UI Designer long-term, want them invested in your culture and roadmap, and can offer competitive equity or benefits. Contract works better when you need immediate capacity for a defined project, want to evaluate someone before committing, or need to keep headcount flexible. CRB can help with both — and contract-to-hire is always an option if you want a built-in trial period.
What's the biggest mistake companies make when hiring a UX / UI Designer?+
The most common mistake is prioritizing résumé keywords over real-world impact. A UX / UI Designer who can articulate what they built, why they built it, and what broke along the way will outperform a keyword-matched résumé every time. We screen for demonstrated results and communication quality — not just credentials — so you only meet candidates who can actually do the job.
Who should I contact at CRB Workforce to start a UX / UI Designer search?+
You can reach our team through the contact form on our site. Tell us a bit about the role, your timeline, and what "great" looks like for you — and we'll set up a brief discovery call to get aligned before sourcing begins. Most searches are active within 24–48 hours of that call.
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