20 Best UX Engineer
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in 2025
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Dylan Campbell
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Dan Marek
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Jorge Zamora
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Maxime Vandenberge
Framer & No-code Product Designer
Elena Perini
Award-Winning Designer | Web & Branding | Framer Expert
Dan Lee
Framer Developer & Web Designer
Brook Slagle
Web Designer and Framer Expert
Shaheer Malik
Framer Expert | Expert UI UX Designer | Mobile & Web
Yash Bajaj
Fast-tracking business growth with intuitive interfaces
Pradyumn Vaishnav
Web Designer for Your Brand / WordPress Expert
Anil k
Replo Expert | Instant | Landing page | Shopify | WordPress
Sheng Yu
Full Stack Dev for Startups 💡
Muhammad Hassan
Frontend Focused Fullstack Developer: Next.js & React Expert
Victor Williams
Frontend developer working with SaaS, Web3, and AI startups
Leonel Duran
Taking your brand from 0→1
Ahmed Alsayad
Visual Designer / Web Designer & Developer / Engineer
Cheree Zellars
Framer & Webflow Developer
Waison Lee
Coder | DevOps | Engineering Digital Product
kelvin Ohemeng
Versatile Web & Graphic Design Specialist
Hardikkumar Vinzava
Framer Experts |Web Design & Development | UX/UI | Branding
UX Engineer related skills for your next project
Common projects for UX Engineers
Designing user-friendly interfaces for websites or mobile apps.
Creating wireframes, storyboards, and prototypes to illustrate design ideas.
Conducting user research and testing to optimize UX design.
Developing UX design strategies based on target audience demographics and user personas.
Improving the usability and accessibility of existing digital products.
Working with developers and designers to implement and refine UX design.
Tips for working with and hiring UX Engineers
Understand your needs
Be clear about the goals of your project and the specific UX tasks that you need assistance with. This can include designing user flows, creating wireframes and prototypes, or conducting user testing.
Review their portfolio
A UX engineer's portfolio can give you a sense of their design thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to user needs. Look for projects that are similar to yours in terms of complexity and industry.
Check their technical skills
Ensure the UX engineer is proficient in the necessary software and tools, such as Adobe XD, Sketch, Figma, and prototyping tools. Also, assess their understanding of responsive design and usability standards.
Maintain regular communication
Keep the lines of communication open through Contra's platform. Regularly discuss project progress, provide feedback, and address any concerns promptly. This helps ensure the project stays on track and meets your expectations.
How to hire UX Engineers
Define your needs
Understand the specific UX tasks that your project requires. This could include designing user flows, creating wireframes, conducting user testing, or implementing designs.
Post a detailed job
Provide a comprehensive job description including the project requirements, the UX tasks involved, and the desired project outcomes. Detailed job posts attract more suitable candidates.
Review applications
Shortlist UX Engineers based on their skills, experience, and portfolio. Look for professionals whose past projects align with your requirements.
Conduct interviews
Use the interview to assess the UX Engineer's design thinking, problem-solving skills, and experience with similar projects. Discuss your project specifics and expectations to ensure a mutual understanding.
Make an offer
Once you've found the right UX Engineer, make an offer through Contra. Include the project terms, payment details, and timeline.
3 questions to ask when interviewing UX Engineers
1. Can you describe a project where you improved the user experience significantly and how you achieved it?
2. How do you approach user testing and incorporate the feedback into your designs?
3. Can you describe your experience working with developers and other stakeholders in a UX project?
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Frequently asked
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A UX (User Experience) Engineer is a professional who combines programming skills with design to create user-friendly and appealing interfaces. They balance technical functionality with aesthetic and user-centered design principles to enhance user satisfaction.
A UX (User Experience) Engineer is a professional who combines programming skills with design to create user-friendly and appealing interfaces. They balance technical functionality with aesthetic and user-centered design principles to enhance user satisfaction.
A freelance UX Engineer on Contra can assist with various tasks such as creating user flows, designing wireframes and prototypes, conducting user testing, and implementing responsive design. They can work on a project basis, hourly, or through milestones depending on your project needs.
Hiring a UX Engineer on Contra allows you to connect with top freelance talent globally. The platform's commission-free policy ensures that your funds go directly to the freelancer. Contra also facilitates clear communication, secure contracts, and organized payments.
You can hire a UX Engineer on Contra by posting a job detailing your project requirements, or by browsing profiles and inviting suitable professionals to apply. You can review their portfolios, interview them, and hire the one that fits your project best.
A UX Engineer should have a strong understanding of UX design principles, proficiency in design and prototyping tools like Figma or Sketch, knowledge of HTML, CSS and JavaScript, and experience conducting user research and testing.
The cost of hiring a UX Engineer on Contra can range from $25 to $70 per hour. The final cost depends on the complexity of your project, the freelancer's experience, and the project duration.
On Contra, UX Engineers can be paid on an hourly rate, per project, or per milestone, commission-free. The payment for each milestone is held in escrow and released upon approval of the deliverables or automatically within three days.
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