UI/UX Designer, Learning Team
First seen by Alion on Nov 1, 2026.
Location preferred: APAC, Brazil, or US
About ELSAELSA is a leading innovator in English communication assessment technology, dedicated to transforming how people improve their English skills. Our flagship product, ELSA Speak, acts as a personal mobile coach, helping users enhance their communication abilities by providing real-time feedback on what they say (grammar and vocabulary) and how they say it (pronunciation and intonation). By leveraging advanced signal processing and generative AI, ELSA Speak identifies user errors and delivers precise, consistent and actionable guidance for improvement.
At ELSA, our vision is to be the global leader in teaching real-time, conversational English, with the aim of helping over 1.5 billion language learners worldwide. We are here to celebrate and empower every individual on the global stage to build confidence, be understood, and help share their story. Come join our very talented team of people working to make a difference using the power of AI, with our proprietary speech recognition technology!
About the RoleWe are seeking a UI/UX Designer to join the Learn Team within ELSAs AI Department a cross-functional team shaping the future of learning experiences across ELSA product ecosystem.
Youll design intuitive, motivating, and data-informed learning interfaces, working closely with Learning Experience Designers, AI engineers, and Product Managers. The ideal candidate combines strong UX design skills with an understanding of learning design and pedagogy, creating user journeys that are not only beautiful but also educationally effective.
Key Responsibilities1. Learning-Focused UX & Product Design- Design and prototype learner journeys and interfaces that make complex language learning goals feel simple, rewarding, and intuitive.
- Apply learning experience principles to enhance engagement, flow, and comprehension.
- Conduct user research, usability testing, and data analysis to inform design decisions and improve learning outcomes.
- Work closely with Learning Experience Designers to translate pedagogical goals into user-centered product features.
- Partner with AI and Product teams to design experiences that integrate real-time feedback, personalization, and adaptive learning.
- Create design systems and guidelines to ensure consistent, high-quality learner experiences across platforms.
- Use quantitative and qualitative data (engagement metrics, completion rates, UX tests) to measure and improve design effectiveness.
- Collaborate with the analytics and AI teams to visualize learner progress and feedback in meaningful ways.
- Iterate rapidly using tools like Figma, Figjam, Looker or Amplitude to validate design hypotheses.
Required
- Bachelors degree in UI/UX Design, HCI, Interaction Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
- 46 years of experience in UI/UX, product design, or learning design, ideally in EdTech, SaaS, or mobile-first environments.
- Proven ability to prototype, test, and iterate learning-focused interfaces in tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
- Experience designing data-informed and user-centered workflows.
- Familiarity with learning psychology, instructional design principles, or digital education environments.
- Excellent visual design, communication, and storytelling skills.
- Experience designing AI-powered or adaptive learning systems.
- Familiarity with language learning products or communication training.
- Understanding of localization and accessibility in global markets.
- Basic skills in motion design or micro-interaction prototyping.
- Shape the future of AI-driven English learning, reaching billions of users globally.
- Collaborate with a world-class team at the intersection of AI, product, and pedagogy.
- Contribute to a mission that helps people build confidence and communicate freely.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Flexible remote-first environment with opportunities for impact and growth.
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