Lynker is a science, engineering, and technology company focused on weather and climate science, marine and ocean science and engineering, and space weather and space climate. Its scientists, engineers, and educators work with governments, communities, and industries on environmental security and economic challenges. Alongside technical services, Lynker provides training, communications, and outreach that support effective environmental policy and compliance, creating opportunities for professionals interested in applied science, engineering, consulting, and mission-driven technology work.
UI/UX Designer, Space Weather Data
Lead the redesign of spaceweather.gov for Lynker, a scientific and technical services company. Create accessible dashboards, interactive prototypes, and a USWDS-based design system.
United States
Colorado$77,000 – $120,000 / year
HybridFull-timeMiddleSeniorEnglish RequiredProduct DesignerDescription
- Lead the experience and interface redesign of spaceweather.gov.
- Rework navigation, user journeys, and site structure for varied audiences.
- Design layouts, dashboards, maps, and charts that present real-time space weather data.
- Create early sketches, detailed mockups, and interactive Figma prototypes.
- Interview users, run surveys, and test usability with key stakeholders.
- Apply analytics, feedback, and usability findings to improve designs and reduce friction.
- Develop and maintain a shared Figma component library aligned with USWDS and NOAA brand standards.
- Design inclusive interfaces that meet WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines.
- Prepare design specs, redlines, exported assets, and interaction notes for engineering teams.
- Audit key spaceweather.gov journeys visually and structurally within the first 90 days.
- Summarize research findings on user pain points.
- Create a standardized Figma library aligned with USWDS guidance.
- Prepare specified interface designs and interactive prototypes for refreshed high-priority alerts and aurora forecast pages for engineering handoff.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in UI/UX, visual, or product design.
- A portfolio featuring UI/UX work, design systems, data visualizations, and user research.
- Advanced Figma skills, including components, auto layout, and interactive prototyping, or equivalent experience with Adobe XD, Sketch, or Illustrator.
- Strong knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA visual design standards, including contrast, legible typography, and colorblind-friendly data palettes.
- Able to explain design decisions clearly to scientists, program managers, and engineers.
- Experience designing interfaces for scientific, meteorological, geospatial, or complex data-monitoring dashboards.
- Experience using or adapting component-based design systems, particularly USWDS.
- Able to work a hybrid schedule: two days per week in the Boulder, Colorado office and three days from home.
- Lynker participates in E-Verify.
Benefits
- Employee healthcare coverage at no monthly cost.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Compensation benchmarked regularly against industry and location standards.
- 401(k) plan with company matching.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Employee assistance program.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Annual tuition, training, and workforce development reimbursement.
- Spot bonuses for exceptional performance.
- Annual employee recognition awards with bonuses.
- Employee referral program.
- Free, self-directed learning management system.
- Personalized career growth plans for every employee.
- Employee-owned company.
- Team-oriented workplace.