UI/UX Designer – Learning Environment
We are seeking an experienced UI/UX Designer to work on the Academy Learning Environment (ALE), with a strong focus on user-centred design, accessibility, and seamless UI across various platforms.
* Moodle (LMS)
* Training Management System (TMS)
* Ticketing System (JIRA)
* Adaptive Learning Platforms
* Training Landing Zone (TLZ)
* Academy Catalogue
You'll be part of a cross-functional Agile team working on progressive and iterative UI/UX design deliverables from research and low-fi prototypes to integration-ready artefacts.
Core Responsibilities:
* Conduct user research document personas, journeys, and validated requirements;
* Design and prototype new user flows aligned with Academy needs;
* Develop and maintain UI components, design systems, style guides, and mock-ups across platforms;
* Produce integration-ready HTML/CSS/JS deliverables especially for Moodle and TMS systems;
* Validate UI via usability testing, A/B testing and feedback from stakeholders;
* Draft and deliver design packages for sprints;
* Translate business requirements into final artefacts ready for implementation by development teams.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Security Clearance: Valid national or NATO clearance covering the contract duration;
* Solid UI/UX design experience especially in educational and e-learning contexts;
* Proven experience designing for both web and mobile platforms;
* Proficiency in Sketch, InVision, Visio, Adobe Creative Suite (XD, Illustrator, Photoshop);
* Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, SCSS and basic JavaScript;
* Familiarity with iOS and Android design principles;
* Experience with Moodle Customisation (HTML/CSS/JS templating);
* UI testing and iteration ability to track usability metrics and evolve accordingly;
* Excellent communication in English written and spoken;
* Cross-functional collaboration with developers, product owners, trainers, and QA.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
* Experience in NATO or government agency design environments;
* Agile delivery experience e.g. sprints, planning, retrospectives;
* Familiarity with training systems LMS or Adaptive Learning tools;
* Cloud-based design environments and enterprise-level integration;
* Understanding of UX best practices for accessibility and digital inclusion.