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Website Designer

Summary

Design and build responsive, high-converting websites using Figma, WordPress, Webflow, and Shopify; optimize for UX, SEO, and performance.

Website Designer

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours (Flexible for project deadlines and client reviews)

About the Role

At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a Website Designer to design, build, and optimize modern, responsive, and high-converting websites across multiple CMS platforms.

This is a hands-on role that combines visual design with website implementation. You’ll create engaging user experiences, build responsive websites, optimize performance, and ensure every site is visually polished, user-friendly, and aligned with business goals.

Responsibilities

Website Design & UX

  • Design responsive website layouts, wireframes, and mockups using Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch.
  • Create engaging user experiences for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
  • Design landing pages, homepages, and marketing-focused web experiences.
  • Ensure websites balance usability, accessibility, and conversion optimization.

Website Development

  • Build and customize websites using WordPress, Webflow, Shopify, Squarespace, or similar CMS platforms.
  • Customize themes and layouts using HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript.
  • Manage plugins, integrations, and website updates.
  • Support website launches, redesigns, and ongoing maintenance.

Performance & SEO

  • Optimize websites for speed, responsiveness, accessibility, and SEO.
  • Implement on-page SEO best practices, including meta tags, headings, alt text, and image optimization.
  • Improve Core Web Vitals and overall site performance.
  • Conduct website audits using Google Lighthouse, GTmetrix, or PageSpeed Insights.

Testing & Maintenance

  • Test websites across browsers and devices.
  • Troubleshoot formatting issues, plugin conflicts, and responsiveness problems.
  • Maintain secure, stable, and up-to-date websites.
  • Organize website assets and design systems for long-term scalability.

Collaboration

  • Work closely with marketing, content, and leadership teams on website updates and campaigns.
  • Incorporate stakeholder feedback while maintaining design quality.
  • Coordinate with developers on advanced functionality when needed.
  • Communicate project timelines, revisions, and deliverables.

Required Experience & Skills

  • 2+ years of professional website design experience.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing responsive websites and landing pages.
  • Proficiency with Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch.
  • Experience building websites with WordPress, Webflow, Shopify, Squarespace, or similar platforms.
  • Strong knowledge of HTML and CSS.
  • Experience with responsive and mobile-first design.
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Shopify or WooCommerce.
  • Basic JavaScript or front-end development knowledge.
  • Familiarity with Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and SEO tools.
  • Experience supporting SaaS, agencies, marketing firms, or e-commerce brands.
  • Understanding of conversion-focused web design.

What Success Looks Like

  • High-quality websites delivered on time.
  • Fast, responsive, and mobile-friendly websites.
  • Improved website performance and SEO.
  • Minimal bugs and revision cycles.
  • Positive stakeholder feedback on design and execution.

Interview Process

  • Initial Recruiter Screening
  • Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
  • Portfolio Review + Practical Task (Landing Page or Website Build Exercise)
  • Client Interview
  • Offer & Onboarding

What Happens After You Apply

Right after you apply, you’ll receive an email invitation from Spark Hire to record your Intro Video. This short, self-recorded video is the final step that completes your application.

Instead of repeating yourself through multiple screening calls, you’ll introduce yourself once, and your video will be shared with the hiring team. This helps hiring managers evaluate your communication style early, making future interviews more meaningful while reducing unnecessary interview rounds.

You can record your video as many times as you’d like before submitting. Only your final submission will be reviewed. Please keep an eye on both your inbox and spam folder for your Spark Hire invitation.

What this application asks

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First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Resume

  • What is your salary expectations per month in USD for this role?
  • Please share your LinkedIn Profile URL.
  • Which CMS platforms (WordPress, Webflow, Squarespace, Shopify) have you built websites on? written answer
  • Can you share examples of responsive websites you’ve designed and implemented? written answer
  • How do you test for performance, accessibility, and responsiveness? written answer
  • Have you applied SEO best practices in your design process? written answer
  • Do you have experience customizing themes/templates with HTML/CSS? written answer
  • How do you manage stakeholder feedback and revisions efficiently? written answer
  • Please share your portfolio link. written answer

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