UX designers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$82,500/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…⇧ Strong
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UI Designer
UI Designers create the visual interfaces that users interact with in software products, websites, and mobile apps.
Typical pay
$82,000/yr
Education
Associate/Bachelor's common | Certifications (CompTIA, AWS, Azure) highly valued | On-t…
Outlook
↑ Above Average
Why this matters in Technology
Great tech is designed, not just coded.
What you’d actually do
Design user interfaces in Figma or Sketch, create wireframes and mockups, build design systems and component libraries, collaborate with developers, conduct visual design reviews, ensure design consistency, and iterate based on user feedback.
What can I do right now?
- Tech clubs, Home lab projects, Certification study groups, Volunteer IT support
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