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Technical Director, User Interface Design

PageUp Desc Code INF - Technical Director, User Interface Design

Function INF - Information Technology

Subfunction User Interface Design

Discipline User Interface Design

Career Track T - Technical/STEM

Career Track Level Management / Leadership - Level 3

BROAD SALARY RANGE CODE 06

RANGE $143483 - $301314

MARKET REFERENCE RANGE CODE 06A

RANGE $156987 - $243330

Classification Information

User Interface Design

User Interface Design plans, develops, documents, debugs, and supports the front end of the software solution. Ensures the interface is easy and intuitive for users, conducts user research and performs usability tests

Management / Leadership

Manager: The positions work is achieved through the direction of others. Managers have direct accountability for setting goals and using resources. They are responsible for administrative oversight of individuals, including conducting recommendations for hiring and termination, writing evaluations, disciplinary actions, day-to-day oversight as well as long-term goal setting and accountability for the performance and productivity of the employees. Managerial positions are reflected in the M1-M3 career track levels in the management/leadership track.

Level 3

Director: Directs and controls the activities of multiple university units or leads a team of professionals with significant university wide impact. Typically has indirect reports. In charge of overall control of planning, staffing, budgeting, etc. for the unit. Collaborates with executive leadership on establishing strategic goals across the function.

T - Technical/STEM

Technical roles, including technology and research.

Position Summary

The Technical Director of User Interface (UI) Design leads the strategic vision, planning, and implementation of user-centric digital experiences across the university’s software and technology platforms. This role is responsible for ensuring that user interfaces are accessible, intuitive, and aligned with institutional goals, guiding the creation of engaging digital products that meet both user needs and technical standards. The director applies expert knowledge of front-end technologies, user research, and usability principles to drive the development of consistent and impactful user experiences across a variety of platforms and services. In this leadership role, the director manages and mentors a multidisciplinary team of designers, developers, and researchers, overseeing all phases of the UI design process—from discovery and ideation to testing and deployment. The director ensures that UI design standards, design systems, and accessibility requirements are integrated into the development lifecycle, working closely with product teams, developers, and university stakeholders. Through user research, data analysis, and iterative design practices, the director ensures that university interfaces are both functional and user-friendly, enhancing engagement and operational efficiency. The Technical Director is responsible for team performance, resource planning, and budgeting within the user interface design function. This role collaborates with campus units and IT leadership to align UI initiatives with broader university strategies, ensuring consistency and quality across digital touchpoints. By fostering a culture of design excellence, innovation, and inclusivity, the director plays a key role in advancing the university’s commitment to delivering high-quality digital services to students, faculty, staff, and the broader community.