How much do remote UX designers make?

Remote UX designers earn $95,000 median salary, ranging from $70,000 for entry-level to $160,000+ for senior individual contributors. Product designers at FAANG companies earn $180,000-$250,000 including equity. Design managers earn $150,000-$200,000. UX research specialists earn 10% more than generalist designers. Remote design salaries have increased 18% since 2023 as demand outpaces supply of qualified candidates.

What design tools are required for remote jobs?

Figma is mandatory—92% of remote design teams use it for collaborative UI/UX work. Proficiency with Figma components, auto-layout, and design systems is expected. Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) remains essential for marketing design and brand work. Prototyping tools Principle and ProtoPie are preferred for interaction design roles. Miro or FigJam handles remote workshop facilitation. Designers without Figma expertise are excluded from 90%+ of remote opportunities.

Do designers need to code?

Basic HTML/CSS knowledge increases remote design job offers by 40% and salary by $10,000-$15,000. Understanding flexbox, CSS grid, and responsive breakpoints improves developer handoff and design feasibility. Design engineer roles (HTML/CSS/JavaScript + design skills) pay $140,000-$190,000, 25% above pure design roles. Coding is optional for UX research and brand design but increasingly expected for product design positions.

How do I create a UX portfolio that gets interviews?

Include 4-5 case studies with measurable outcomes ('Increased checkout completion 34%', 'Reduced support tickets 50%'). Show the complete design process: problem definition, research, wireframes, iterations, final design, and results. Each case study should be readable in 5 minutes with a clear narrative arc. Host on a custom domain—portfolios on Notion or Google Slides signal lower professionalism. Portfolios with quantified results receive 4x more interview requests.

How do remote design teams do user research?

UserTesting and Maze run unmoderated tests reaching 500+ participants weekly at $50-$100 per session. Zoom interviews with recorded consent enable synchronous research across time zones. Hotjar and FullStory capture behavioral analytics on live products. Dovetail and Notion centralize research findings for async team access. Remote research reaches more diverse participants than in-person studies—65% of remote UX teams report better demographic representation in their research pools.

How do I become a UX designer with no experience?

Complete Google UX Design Certificate (6 months, $39/month) for foundational skills and portfolio projects. Redesign 3 existing apps or websites to demonstrate problem-solving ability. Learn Figma through free YouTube tutorials—2-4 weeks of daily practice builds working proficiency. Apply for junior and associate UX roles after completing 3-4 portfolio case studies. Career changers land first UX role in 6-12 months with consistent portfolio development.

What is the difference between UX and UI design?

UX design defines how a product works through research, information architecture, wireframes, and user flows. UI design defines how it looks through visual design, typography, color systems, and interaction patterns. UX designers earn $95,000 median; UI designers earn $85,000. Product designers combine both disciplines and earn $100,000-$160,000. 78% of remote design job postings require combined UX/UI skills rather than specialization.

How long does it take to become a UX designer?

Career changers become job-ready in 6-9 months with dedicated full-time study or 12-18 months part-time. Bootcamps (3-6 months, $8,000-$15,000) provide structured learning with portfolio projects. Google UX Certificate takes 6 months at 10 hours/week. Self-study using free resources takes 12-18 months. Time-to-first-job depends on portfolio quality more than study duration—designers with 4+ strong case studies get hired regardless of educational path.

Remote Design Jobs in Australia (27)

Brand Designer

HappyCo · Full Time · 3 hours ago

HappyCo

🌎 Australia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Design Brand Designer

Create brand and campaign assets across digital, print, social, and motion platforms from concept to final output. Build brand templates, component libraries, and AI-assisted workflows to enable the wider organization to produce quality work independently.

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Remote Itinerary Designer – Entry Level

Beths Beautiful Destinations · Full Time · 2 Days Ago

Beths Beautiful Destinations

🌎 Argentina, Aruba, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Cayman Islands, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, Dominican Republic, France, Germany, Honduras, Iran, Ireland, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama, Saint Lucia, United Kingdom, Venezuela ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Design

Design custom, day-by-day travel itineraries based on client preferences and budgets. Coordinate all travel logistics including flights, accommodations, and local excursions.

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Graphic Designer - Retail & B2B (6 Month Contract)

Who Gives A Crap · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Who Gives A Crap

🌎 Australia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Design Graphic Designer

The role involves creating design assets for Retail and B2B channels, including campaign materials, shopper marketing toolkits, and pitch decks. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop brand activations and limited edition packaging for physical and digital platforms.

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Senior Learning Designer (Contract position)

Curio Group · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Curio Group

🌎 Australia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Design

Lead the design of exceptional learning experiences and manage complex projects and stakeholder relationships to meet business objectives. Oversee the creation of innovative online resources and activities while providing mentorship and contributing to business development.

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Travel Itinerary Designer – Remote

Beths Beautiful Destinations · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Beths Beautiful Destinations

🌎 Argentina, Aruba, Australia, Bahamas, Cayman Islands, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, Dominican Republic, France, Germany, Honduras, Iran, Ireland, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Saint Lucia, Spain, United Kingdom, United States, Venezuela ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Design

Collaborate with clients to define travel goals and budgets to create polished, personalized itineraries. Research destinations, hotels, and activities while arranging flights and transport options.

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UX Design Intern

GWEN · Internship · 1 Week Ago

GWEN

🌎 Australia ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Design

Complete seven structured UX projects using AI-powered teammates and mentor guidance. Build portfolio-ready case studies through real-world design projects.

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UX Design Intern

GWEN · Internship · 1 Week Ago

GWEN

🌎 Australia ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Design

Complete seven structured UX projects using AI-powered teammates and a mentor. Build portfolio-ready case studies through real-world design projects.

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Head of Product Design - Growth

Canva · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Canva

🌎 Australia ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Design

Lead the design vision and strategy for the Growth Supergroup to drive activation, engagement, and retention. Manage and coach a team of design leaders while partnering with cross-functional executives to deliver high-quality user experiences.

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Animator

Framestore · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Framestore

🌎 Australia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Design Animator

Produce high-quality keyframe animation for primary and secondary characters and elements to create story-driven moments. Collaborate with Animation Leads and Production to meet schedules and incorporate feedback into assigned shots.

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Contracting position available: Senior Data Designer / Technical Service Designer

Portable · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Portable

🌎 Australia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Design

The role involves mapping complex data landscapes, designing practical data governance frameworks, and defining the use of AI within organizational structures. You will facilitate cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders and produce evidence-based deliverables like data flow diagrams and transition roadmaps.

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Expressions of Interest: Creative Director (Copy) / Copywriter (All levels)

Entropico · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Entropico

🌎 Australia ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Design Creative Director

Create high-energy B2B and tech storytelling across various formats including documentary-style content, digital campaigns, and social media videos. Collaborate with global offices in LA, NYC, and London to develop creative decks and big-picture concepts.

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LN Concerts, Design Manager

Live Nation Entertainment · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Live Nation Entertainment

🌎 Australia, United States 💵 $120K - $150K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Design Design Manager

Lead the design and construction of music venues by managing a portfolio of development projects to meet business objectives. Coordinate with external consultants and internal stakeholders to oversee project documentation, budgets, and on-site construction progress.

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Distribution Designer - Wisconsin

Atwell, LLC · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Atwell, LLC

🌎 Australia 💵 $25 - $50 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Design

Design overhead and underground distribution electrical facilities, including pole replacements and grid modernization projects. Collaborate with utilities and private developers while providing technical documentation and verifying as-built conditions in GIS.

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Freelance UI Designer

Dijitally · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Dijitally

🌎 Australia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Design UI Designer

The role involves designing high-quality, production-ready UI for customer and merchant-facing fintech products across web and mobile platforms. You will evolve a scalable design system and partner with Product and Engineering teams to ensure visual consistency and accessibility.

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(UX) User Experience Designer, Snr.

WongDoody · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

WongDoody

🌎 Australia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Design

Develop and evolve onboarding experiences for financial sector customers by building user flows and low-to-medium fidelity wireframes. Collaborate with stakeholders and UI designers to iterate on design requirements and deliver research-backed UX insights.

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(XD) Experience Designer, Snr.

WongDoody · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

WongDoody

🌎 Australia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Design

Develop and evolve onboarding, business products, and self-service experiences within the financial sector. Create measurable rapid prototyping, interaction design flows, and conduct concept testing with stakeholders and customers.

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Senior Creative Designer

Atomi · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

Atomi

🌎 Australia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Design

Lead the end-to-end creative process for digital campaigns, product marketing, and brand assets with a focus on motion graphics. Produce high-quality animations and video content to bring the brand to life across various digital touchpoints.

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Creative Director (Graphics)

Chronos Agency · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

Chronos Agency

🌎 Australia ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Design Creative Director

Lead the Copy and Graphics teams to produce high-quality, performance-driven email and SMS campaigns for international clients. Bridge the gap between creative execution and business strategy to drive revenue and client satisfaction.

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Senior Product Designer

Think Company · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Think Company

🌎 Australia 💵 $78000 - $95000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Design Product Designer

The role involves designing high-quality, user-centered interfaces and interactive prototypes for complex enterprise products using Figma. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate low-fidelity concepts into polished, developer-ready specifications.

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Midweight Designer (AU)

Livewire · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Livewire

🌎 Australia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Design

The Midweight Designer will create innovative visual assets for integrated gaming campaigns, ranging from pitch visuals to final media and social assets. They will collaborate with commercial and strategy teams to deliver high-impact static and motion graphics for global brands.

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Senior Product Designer

Kevel · Full Time · 8 Weeks Ago

Kevel

🌎 Australia, Denmark, Portugal, Spain ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Design Product Designer

Define and champion a cohesive design vision while leading end-to-end product design from research through high-fidelity delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional leadership to set UX/UI strategy, mentor team members, and implement scalable design systems.

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SkyFi · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

SkyFi

🌎 Australia 💵 $105K - $130K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Design Product Designer

You will lead the end-to-end design process for the Earth Intelligence platform, creating intuitive interfaces and AI-guided workflows. You will collaborate with product, engineering, and sales teams to drive product strategy and ensure seamless developer handoff.

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Dijitally · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Dijitally

🌎 Australia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Design UX Designer

You will lead the UX strategy for major fintech products, designing end-to-end experiences across web and mobile platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex regulatory requirements into intuitive user journeys.

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Senior UX/UI Designer - Travel

RoomStay · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

RoomStay

🌎 Australia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Design UI Designer

You will design and optimize guest-facing booking flows and property management tools to improve conversion rates. You will also contribute to a scalable design system and collaborate closely with product and engineering teams.

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Product Designer

Binance · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Binance

🌎 Australia, China, Italy, Japan, Taiwan ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Design Product Designer

Develop and refine design processes while collaborating with product managers and engineers to create user-friendly solutions. Conduct user research and deliver robust UI/UX designs based on qualitative and quantitative customer insights.

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Lead Content Designer (Player–Coach) - Multiplier

Multiplier Technologies Private Limited · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Multiplier Technologies Private Limited

🌎 Australia, India ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Design

This role involves leading content strategy within a product tribe, defining voice and tone standards, and bridging brand and product language systems while remaining hands-on with complex product work. The individual will also be responsible for coaching and developing other content designers within their team.

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Senior Product Designer

Multiplier Technologies Private Limited · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Multiplier Technologies Private Limited

🌎 Australia, India ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Design Product Designer

The Senior Product Designer will own the strategy and execution for a defined product area, focusing on shaping the overall experience direction across complex workflows rather than just shipping individual features. This involves leading discovery efforts, translating insights into structured design strategy, and driving complex initiatives from initial concept through to measurable impact.

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