UX Designer/Engineer
Mercy Corps
Portland
United States
April 6, 2026
Full-timeApril 6, 2026
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
Mercy Corps is a leading global organization founded on the belief that a better world is possible. Established to respond to disasters and hardships, Mercy Corps operates in more than 40 countries worldwide. The organization focuses on implementing bold solutions to help individuals and communities overcome adversity and build resilience. With a diverse team of professionals, Mercy Corps is dedicated to advancing its mission through innovative fundraising and engagement strategies, ensuring that they can continue to support communities in need.
Job Overview:
The UX Designer/Engineer position is integral to the Marketing Platforms team at Mercy Corps. This role is responsible for enhancing the online experience across all digital properties, including websites, emails, and landing pages. The UX Designer will develop user experience strategies and designs, ensuring that all materials align with Mercy Corps' brand and utilize the latest technologies and design techniques. The position also involves front-end development, where the designer will build and optimize public-facing websites, ensuring high performance and effective content management. The UX Designer will collaborate with various stakeholders to create engaging content and designs, utilizing CSS/HTML and other relevant programming languages. This role is crucial in maintaining the organization's digital presence and enhancing user engagement through innovative design solutions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The UX Designer/Engineer will have a range of responsibilities, including: collaborating with the Marketing Platforms team and internal clients to develop innovative UX and UI strategies; mastering relevant software and programming languages such as PHP, CSS/HTML, MySQL, and JavaScript; staying updated on industry trends in online development; leveraging analytics for UX testing and improvements; implementing A/B tests in collaboration with the Digital Analyst; ensuring all designs adhere to Mercy Corps brand guidelines; participating in an Agile Scrum development team; coordinating with external design vendors; and performing other duties as assigned. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality user experiences.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess advanced knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Drupal coding. A minimum of 4 years of experience as a UX designer is required, with expertise in both information architecture and visual design. Experience in designing for mobile and adaptive environments is essential, along with a portfolio showcasing user-centered design solutions. Familiarity with ecommerce and transactional websites is strongly preferred. Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Photoshop, and Illustrator is necessary. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines and have experience in the design review process, collaborating with internal stakeholders to refine designs. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team are also critical.
Educational Background:
While the job description does not specify exact educational requirements, a background in design, computer science, or a related field is typically expected for a UX Designer/Engineer role. Candidates should have a solid understanding of design principles and user experience methodologies, which can be acquired through formal education or practical experience in the field.
Experience:
The position requires at least 4 years of experience in UX design, with a strong emphasis on both visual design and information architecture. Candidates should have a proven track record of creating user-centered design solutions and experience working on mobile and adaptive environments. Experience in ecommerce or transactional websites is highly desirable, as is familiarity with Agile development processes and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this position, as it is the primary language used for communication within the organization and with external stakeholders. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, particularly if they align with the regions where Mercy Corps operates, but they are not explicitly required for this role.
Additional Notes:
The position is based in Portland, Oregon, and does not require travel. Mercy Corps promotes ongoing learning, allowing team members to dedicate 5% of their time to personal and professional development activities. The organization values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. They are an equal opportunity employer and adhere to strict safeguarding and ethical standards, ensuring a respectful and dignified workplace for all team members.
Mercy Corps is a leading global organization founded on the belief that a better world is possible. Established to respond to disasters and hardships, Mercy Corps operates in more than 40 countries worldwide. The organization focuses on implementing bold solutions to help individuals and communities overcome adversity and build resilience. With a diverse team of professionals, Mercy Corps is dedicated to advancing its mission through innovative fundraising and engagement strategies, ensuring that they can continue to support communities in need.
Job Overview:
The UX Designer/Engineer position is integral to the Marketing Platforms team at Mercy Corps. This role is responsible for enhancing the online experience across all digital properties, including websites, emails, and landing pages. The UX Designer will develop user experience strategies and designs, ensuring that all materials align with Mercy Corps' brand and utilize the latest technologies and design techniques. The position also involves front-end development, where the designer will build and optimize public-facing websites, ensuring high performance and effective content management. The UX Designer will collaborate with various stakeholders to create engaging content and designs, utilizing CSS/HTML and other relevant programming languages. This role is crucial in maintaining the organization's digital presence and enhancing user engagement through innovative design solutions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The UX Designer/Engineer will have a range of responsibilities, including: collaborating with the Marketing Platforms team and internal clients to develop innovative UX and UI strategies; mastering relevant software and programming languages such as PHP, CSS/HTML, MySQL, and JavaScript; staying updated on industry trends in online development; leveraging analytics for UX testing and improvements; implementing A/B tests in collaboration with the Digital Analyst; ensuring all designs adhere to Mercy Corps brand guidelines; participating in an Agile Scrum development team; coordinating with external design vendors; and performing other duties as assigned. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality user experiences.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess advanced knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Drupal coding. A minimum of 4 years of experience as a UX designer is required, with expertise in both information architecture and visual design. Experience in designing for mobile and adaptive environments is essential, along with a portfolio showcasing user-centered design solutions. Familiarity with ecommerce and transactional websites is strongly preferred. Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Photoshop, and Illustrator is necessary. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines and have experience in the design review process, collaborating with internal stakeholders to refine designs. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team are also critical.
Educational Background:
While the job description does not specify exact educational requirements, a background in design, computer science, or a related field is typically expected for a UX Designer/Engineer role. Candidates should have a solid understanding of design principles and user experience methodologies, which can be acquired through formal education or practical experience in the field.
Experience:
The position requires at least 4 years of experience in UX design, with a strong emphasis on both visual design and information architecture. Candidates should have a proven track record of creating user-centered design solutions and experience working on mobile and adaptive environments. Experience in ecommerce or transactional websites is highly desirable, as is familiarity with Agile development processes and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this position, as it is the primary language used for communication within the organization and with external stakeholders. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, particularly if they align with the regions where Mercy Corps operates, but they are not explicitly required for this role.
Additional Notes:
The position is based in Portland, Oregon, and does not require travel. Mercy Corps promotes ongoing learning, allowing team members to dedicate 5% of their time to personal and professional development activities. The organization values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. They are an equal opportunity employer and adhere to strict safeguarding and ethical standards, ensuring a respectful and dignified workplace for all team members.
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