Heady - UX Designer – Freelance (UX Audit for Android App)

UX Designer is needed in New York, United States.

Client: Heady

Location: New York, NY

Contract: undefined

Job Description

Heady is a digital product consultancy looking for a freelance UX designer to conduct a comprehensive UX audit of an existing Android app used by warehouse employees who manage and fulfill automotive parts orders. The goal is to identify usability issues, accessibility gaps, and design improvement opportunities to enhance the app’s efficiency, intuitiveness, and alignment with Material Design 3 guidelines. This role is for a 5-week engagement with the potential for extension based on project needs, and it is remote-friendly, requiring Eastern Time hours.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in UX design, research, or product design.

• Proven experience conducting UX audits, heuristic evaluations, or design assessments.

• Deep understanding of Material Design principles and Android design patterns.

• Familiarity with WCAG / Android accessibility standards.

• Proficiency in Figma (file organization, components, and design systems).

• Strong communication and presentation skills to synthesize findings for design and product teams.

• Experience designing for enterprise, logistics, or warehouse operations environments (Nice to Haves).

• Background in UX research or service design (Nice to Haves).

• Ability to visualize opportunities through concept sketches or quick design mockups (Nice to Haves).

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate the app against Material Design 3 and Android accessibility standards.

• Conduct a Figma file review to assess design consistency, component usage, and adherence to design system principles.

• Analyze existing personas and user needs.

• Perform a product journey audit to identify friction points and inefficiencies in key workflows (e.g., order picking, tracking, and fulfillment).

• Review existing product data to uncover usability patterns or problem areas.

• Recommend and prioritize UI/UX improvements, balancing user needs, business goals, and technical feasibility.

• Identify design opportunities that could streamline workflows or enhance user satisfaction.

• Create a Findings Report that synthesizes insights, supported by visuals, examples, and actionable recommendations.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate (up to $80/hour) - paid fairly for the value and expertise you bring.

• Opportunity to work with a talented global/remote-friendly team.

• Flexibility in managing your time without micromanagement.

• Growth opportunities in skills (and portfolio) by working on interesting, challenging projects that impact multiple areas.

• A supportive culture of kindness where team members are respected, heard, and celebrate wins together.

Additional Information

This position requires immediate availability. Candidates must be comfortable with remote work and adhering to Eastern Time hours.