At a Glance
- Tasks: Design intuitive workflows and interfaces for technical users, simplifying complex processes.
- Company: Join KLA, a leader in semiconductor wafer processing solutions with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, pension scheme, health plan, and more.
- Other info: Opportunities for mentorship and growth in a dynamic, inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on user experience in cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in UX/UI design, strong communication skills, and a portfolio showcasing your work.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Company Overview
The SPTS division of KLA designs, manufactures and markets wafer processing solutions for the global semiconductor and related industries. SPTS provides industry leading etch and deposition process technologies on a range of single wafer handling platforms. End-market applications include micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), advanced packaging, LED, high speed RF device IC’s and power semiconductors. SPTS is part of KLA Corporation which develops industry-leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry.
Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
The KLA Central Engineering Group are looking for a UX/UI Specialist to join our growing team and design intuitive workflows and interfaces for technical users. Your work will simplify complex processes and improve efficiency for engineering and operations teams. In this role, you’ll contribute across the full UX process - from problem framing and rapid research to high fidelity design, prototyping, and handoff. You will have opportunities to grow your skills through mentorship, collaboration, and constructive feedback. We value accessibility, inclusivity, and a culture of continuous learning.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Research & Analysis: Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights, identify user needs, and validate design concepts.
- Design & Prototyping: Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs for complex systems, ensuring they meet business and user requirements.
- Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure designs are feasible and align with project goals.
- Design Systems: Contribute to the development and maintenance of design systems to ensure consistency across different products and tools.
- User Experience Strategy: Define and advocate for best practices in user experience design, ensuring a user-centered approach is maintained throughout the design process.
- Stay Updated: Keep abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in UX/UI design.
Minimum Qualifications
KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. For this role we are looking for someone who:
- Ideally holds a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Design (B. Design) or Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) or related subject.
- Experience in product/UX design with shipped work in complex or multi-step applications.
- Strength in interaction design, prototyping, and UI craft; proficiency in Figma/FigJam.
- Experience running or assisting in usability studies and synthesizing findings.
- Clear communication and collaboration skills; comfortable presenting work and rationale.
- Portfolio that demonstrates end-to-end problem solving and your contribution within a team.
- Experience in data-heavy or technical products; comfort with tables, filters, states, and validation is preferred.
- Familiarity with accessibility, localization, and performance considerations is a plus.
- Exposure to design tokens and component libraries is an advantage.
What we will offer you?
KLA’s benefits package includes: Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays), contributory pension scheme, cash health plan, cycle to work scheme, global bonus plan, share scheme, rewards scheme and life assurance. We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.
KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Summary
Location: Newport, United Kingdom
Type: Full time
UX/UI Designer in Newport employer: KLA-Tencor
KLA is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Newport, UK, where innovation thrives within the semiconductor industry. With a strong commitment to employee growth, KLA provides extensive benefits including 25 days of annual leave, a contributory pension scheme, and a global bonus plan, all while fostering a culture of inclusivity and collaboration. Join our Global Mobility team to make a meaningful impact as you navigate complex immigration processes and enhance the employee experience across EMEA.
