UI Designer

UI Designer
Work setup
: We operate in a hybrid work environment, and we encourage applicants who are open to working in the office two days a week to apply.

Work schedule
: Monday to Friday, 10AM to 6PM Manila time

Employment type
: Permanent

Location
: Makati City, Metro Manila

Pay range
:
We value transparency and want to ensure a good fit for both parties. We encourage applicants who are comfortable within the salary range of
₱56,000 - ₱77,000
to apply.
Discover a world of endless possibilities with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a distinguished global academic publisher and assessment organization proudly affiliated with the prestigious University of Cambridge.

We are looking for a skilled UI Designer to join our Design System Team in Manila. The role supports the design and development of accessible, high-quality interfaces used across our global digital education products.
Why Cambridge?
Cambridge University Press & Assessment is a world-renowned not-for-profit academic publisher and assessment organisation, proudly part of the prestigious University of Cambridge. With a legacy rooted in over 800 years of educational excellence, we are dedicated to unlocking the potential of learners and educators across the globe.

Joining Cambridge's second largest global office in the Philippines —operating for over 22 years with 1,300+ colleagues— means becoming a part of an extraordinary institution renowned worldwide. We are recognised as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, reflecting our inclusive culture, strong sense of purpose, and commitment to the professional growth and well-being of our people. At Cambridge, we don't just publish books or deliver tests—we empower progress, inspire curiosity, and champion the pursuit of knowledge.

What can you get from Cambridge?
At Cambridge, you'll become a part of a vibrant and forward-thinking community that transcends tradition, fostering a culture of continuous growth and personal development. Here, we provide the right environment for you to thrive, supporting your professional journey and empowering you to reach your highest potential, that is why
our pay philosophy is intricately tied to your skills and competencies, ensuring that your compensation aligns with the unique value you bring to the role you are applying for.
The organization offers a wide range of benefits and opportunities including:

• Regular Employment on Day 1
• HMO Coverage and Life Insurance on Day 1
• Paid Annual Leaves (Vacation, Well-being, Flexible, Holiday, and Volunteering leaves)
• Vesting/Retirement package
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Access to well-being programs
• Flexible schedule, hybrid work arrangement and work-life balance
• Opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from diverse branches that will expand your horizons and enrich your understanding of different cultures

What will you do as a UI Designer?

Reporting to the UI Team Lead, your accountabilities will include:

• Designing high-fidelity, developer-ready user interfaces based on validated UX solutions and the Design System.
• Creating and maintaining UI components, documentation, and design tokens to support cross-stream development.
• Conducting design QA to ensure accuracy and accessibility of implemented interfaces.
• Collaborating with UX designers, researchers, developers, and QAs to deliver cohesive product experiences.
• Contributing to the continuous evolution of the Design System through new patterns and interface improvements.

Please review the attached job description for further details on the role.

What makes you the ideal candidate for this role?
An ideal candidate has the following qualities:

Essential:

• Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering accessible, developer-ready user interfaces
• Strong understanding of design systems, components, tokens, and documentation workflows
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills across UX, research, development, and QA teams
• Detail-oriented, organised, and able to manage multiple design streams while maintaining quality and consistency
• Proficient in Figma, with a solid grasp on interaction design principles and accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2 AA).

Desirable:

• Familiarity with frontend implementation concepts (HTML, CSS, Storybook)
• Experience working within multi-stream or scaled agile environments
• Interest in design automation, process improvement, or developer collaboration tools

Are you driven by desire to be part of a globally renowned institution that celebrates innovation, embraces inclusion, and empowers learners? Then, we invite you to Pursue your Potential with us.

Note:
This role includes a portfolio review as part of the selection process, so kindly merge a copy of your most recent portfolio in your CV. Please be prepared to discuss your design-to-development handoff process, including how you document, test, and collaborate with engineers to ensure accurate implementation.

Reminder:
Before submitting your application and documents, please take a moment to review them carefully. Once your application has been submitted, the details and files can no longer be edited or replaced.

Applications received
through the system
will be reviewed on a rolling basis and may close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested, tailor-fit your CV (advantageous if you submit one with a Cover Letter) and submit as early as possible.