Aquent, a leading partner in connecting top talent with innovative projects, is thrilled to present an opportunity to make a significant impact on a critical healthcare initiative. We are seeking a talented Junior Product Designer to join our client's team, where your contributions will directly shape the future of a vital public health portal. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in modernizing a legacy system, improving user experience for countless individuals, and contributing to a multi-state rollout that will redefine how essential services are accessed. If you're passionate about design systems, UI execution, and leveraging cutting-edge AI tools to drive efficiency, this contract position offers an exciting platform to grow your skills and leave a lasting mark. To be considered for this role, you must: Be authorized to work in the United States Not require sponsorship of any kind for the duration of the assignment Be able to work on a W-2 basis. C2C or 1099 is not permitted for this position About the Project You will be instrumental in a large-scale portal modernization project, transforming a foundational healthcare platform. This ambitious undertaking involves aligning the portal with robust enterprise Design System standards and executing a phased, multi-state rollout. Your Impact as a Junior Product Designer As a Junior Product Designer, you will be at the forefront of hands-on design execution, directly influencing the user experience of a critical health portal. Your work will ensure consistency, efficiency, and a modern aesthetic across various state-specific variations. You will collaborate closely with product teams, leveraging your Figma expertise and embracing innovative AI-assisted tools to deliver high-volume, high-quality design assets. This role is perfect for a proactive problem-solver eager to navigate complex challenges and contribute to a project with tangible societal benefits. Key Responsibilities Perform hands-on Figma production work, including customizing, updating, and transferring UI components for diverse state-specific variations. Apply and meticulously maintain established enterprise Design System rules, components, and variables across a multitude of screens and user flows. Execute consistent, clean UI deliverables in Figma, ensuring precision and quality for high-volume state rollouts. Navigate day-to-day ambiguity by proactively engaging with Product Managers and team members to clarify user stories, requirements, and edge cases. Track design tasks, manage progress, and foster seamless collaboration across sprint cycles using Jira. Leverage AI-assisted design and production tools, such as Claude Code, Figma Make, Figma Agent, and prompt-driven workflows, to significantly speed up repetitive tasks and component updates. Qualifications & Skills We are looking for a candidate who brings a blend of foundational design skills and a keen interest in modern design methodologies.

Figma Proficiency:

Solid foundational skills in Figma, including expertise in component library usage, variants, auto layout, and responsive layouts.

Design Systems Acumen:

Familiarity with applying design system guidelines and UI kits to create real-world interface designs.

Proactive Communication:

Comfort working through missing details or ambiguous requirements by confidently asking questions and following up with Product partners.

Agile Tooling:

Basic experience or familiarity tracking design tasks and progress in Jira. Interest in

AI Tools:

A strong curiosity or hands-on experience using AI design assistants (e.g., Figma Make, Figma Agent, Claude Code) to enhance productivity and streamline workflows.

Nice-to-Haves Healthcare Exposure:

While not required, prior exposure to healthcare or accessibility standards is considered a plus. Portfolio Requirement Candidates must submit a portfolio that demonstrates work created within or adapted from a larger design system. This could include academic projects, internships, or past client work showcasing consistent system usage across multiple screens.