Lead UI Developer

Datasource
London, UK
6 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Compensation
£70,000.0 - £80,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Grid System Adobe Creative Cloud Artificial Intelligence Digital Content Design of User Interfaces Software Prototyping Responsive Web Design Figma Color Theory

Job description

Introduction Our client is looking for a Lead UI Developer with a strong background in experience-led design for immersive, experiential and live event environments. You’ll need a portfolio that proves you can create stunning digital interfaces across touchscreens, installations, exhibitions and experiential campaigns. Working Patterns and location - Hybrid - 2-3 days on site per week Key responsibilities Design engaging UI for immersive installations, live events, exhibitions and experiential campaigns. Shape how audiences interact with digital content across physical and virtual environments. Champion creative quality and maintain high standards across all project deliverables. Facilitate UX workshops and discovery sessions, mapping end-to-end user journeys. Present design concepts, rationale and prototypes confidently to clients and stakeholders. Identify opportunities to embed AI tools and workflows into design and product processes. Collaborate closely with developers

Requirements

visualisation specialists and production teams. Manage multiple projects concurrently from concept through to delivery and implementation. Skills & experience Previous UI design experience within a creative, experiential, events, exhibitions or immersive agency environment. Strong portfolio demonstrating UI design across interactive, immersive and experiential projects. Expertise in visual interface design including typography, colour theory, grid systems and responsive design. Experience designing interfaces for touchscreens, immersive displays and wayfinding solutions. Strong proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud and modern prototyping tools. Ability to translate complex brand narratives and event objectives into engaging digital experiences. Strong UX capability including user research, journey mapping and accessibility-focused design. Confident presenting ideas and design rationale to clients, stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Additional benefits Pension up to 10% client

Benefits & conditions

contribution. Life assurance, income protection insurance and critical illness cover. Option to buy & sell holiday. Dental, health, medical, travel and gadget insurance. 24/7 Digital GP. Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Part-time opportunities/flexible working is available to suit individual needs. RECOMMEND A FRIEND: If you have professional friends/colleagues who would be interested in one of our roles and our excellent levels of service too, we’d like to recognise your recommendations with a ‘thank you’ of our own. For every friend you refer who then starts a role through Datasource either Contract or Permanent, we will send you £200 of Love to Shop Gift Vouchers & gift your friend £100 in Love to Shop Gift Vouchers as well! You will be required to hold a minimum of SC Clearance. If you do not hold an active SC Clearance, please familiarise yourself with the vetting process before applying. (c) Copyright Datasource Computer Employment Limited 2026.

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