We are looking for an experienced User Experience (UX) Designer to support the creation of thoughtful, efficient digital experiences for medical device software in Carlsbad, California. This Long-term onsite Contract position focuses on shaping desktop and web-based applications used in surgical planning and visualization, with an emphasis on usability, clarity, and workflow alignment. The ideal candidate will combine strong research skills, interface design expertise, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver solutions that meet clinical, operational, and product needs.

Responsibilities:

• Lead discovery activities such as user interviews, observational research, and workflow analysis to uncover the needs of surgeons, clinicians, and internal stakeholders.
• Convert research findings and real-world workflow insights into clear design recommendations, user needs, and experience improvements.
• Create intuitive interfaces for sophisticated desktop and web applications that support surgical planning, visualization, and related operational tasks.
• Establish cohesive interaction models, navigation structures, and screen patterns that promote a consistent experience across the platform.
• Develop wireframes, visual mockups, and interactive prototypes at varying levels of fidelity to communicate design direction effectively.
• Organize and facilitate usability evaluations with representative users, then refine designs based on test results, feedback, and business requirements.
• Help strengthen and evolve a scalable design system that supports accessibility, consistency, and ease of use across products.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, product, clinical, regulatory, and quality partners to ensure concepts are feasible, compliant, and aligned with usability engineering expectations.
• Present user flows, interface concepts, and experience strategies to cross-functional teams and leadership in a clear and compelling manner.