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Triyan W.

Jakarta, Indonesia

$40/hr
5.0
126 jobs

I'm a senior product designer and builder with 9+ years shipping B2B SaaS, fintech, medtech, and e-commerce products—now bridging design with engineering through Framer, Webflow, and modern web development. I don't just hand off Figma files; I take products from research and UI all the way to pixel-perfect, production-ready code. I'm currently open to long-term partnerships (6+ months) with exclusive discounted rates for serious projects! 🚀 Let's build something great together—drop me a message! Why Work With Me? 💡 Proven Impact – Led UX initiatives that increased conversions by 60% and reduced workflow inefficiencies by 80% 🏆 Award-Winning Designer – Recognized for driving scalable design solutions in SaaS and fintech 🛠️ Design + Build – I design AND ship: Framer/Webflow sites, React frontends, full product surfaces under one roof 🎯 User-Centered & Data-Driven – Balancing qualitative research with business insights to optimize engagement 🔄 Scalable & Systematic – Built design systems that accelerated iteration speed by 80% 📈 Product Thinking – Aligning design and engineering decisions with measurable business outcomes 💬 Clear Communication – Experience leading cross-functional teams from startups to enterprise Industries I Specialize In ✅ B2B SaaS & Tech Startups ✅ Fintech & Payment Systems ✅ E-Commerce & Marketplaces ✅ Medtech & Healthcare Platforms ✅ AI & Automation Platforms What I Deliver 🎨 Product Design & UX - SaaS UI/UX, dashboards & complex product flows - Mobile app (iOS/Android) design - Websites & high-converting landing pages - Design system creation & documentation - User research, wireframes, prototypes, usability testing - Conversion-focused UX & A/B testing ⚡ Framer Build - Pixel-perfect Framer development from Figma - Advanced animations, scroll effects & micro-interactions - CMS setup, dynamic content & localization - Fully responsive across breakpoints - SEO-ready, performance-optimized launches 🌐 Webflow Development - Custom Webflow builds with clean CMS architecture - Complex interactions & GSAP-style animations - Memberships, e-commerce, and third-party integrations (Zapier, Make, Airtable) - Migrations from WordPress or legacy stacks 💻 Software Development - Frontend: React, Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS - Component libraries & design system implementation (shadcn/ui, Radix) - API & headless CMS integration (Sanity, Contentful, Strapi) - SaaS dashboards, marketing sites, internal tools - Deployment & DevOps basics: Vercel, Netlify, GitHub Tech Stack & Tools ✅ Design: Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD ✅ Build: Framer, Webflow, Cursor, VS Code ✅ Dev: React, Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind, Node.js ✅ Collaboration: Slack, Notion, Jira, Linear, Miro ✅ Research & Testing: Maze, Hotjar, Balsamiq What My Clients Say ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Triyan completely transformed our product experience. His ability to take complex workflows and simplify them into intuitive designs helped us increase user adoption significantly. He's not just a designer—he's a product thinker who aligns design with business goals." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Working with Triyan was a game-changer. His structured approach to design thinking, research, and prototyping resulted in an incredible dashboard experience for our SaaS platform. His ability to collaborate with developers ensured seamless implementation. Highly recommended!" Let's Build Something Great Together! 🔹 Need a SaaS or fintech product designed AND built end-to-end? 🔹 Want a Framer or Webflow site that actually converts? 🔹 Looking for a partner who can move from Figma to shipped code without breaking the chain? ✉️ Let's discuss your project and make it a success! Send me a message to get started! 🚀 Keywords for SEO & Visibility Senior Product Designer, UX Designer, UI Designer, SaaS UI/UX, Framer Developer, Framer Expert, Framer Build, Webflow Developer, Webflow Designer, Fintech UI/UX, Mobile App Designer, Dashboard Designer, UX Strategy, User Research, Design System, Wireframing, Prototyping, React Developer, Next.js Developer, Frontend Developer, Tailwind CSS, TypeScript, Landing Page Design, Conversion-Driven UX, Product-Led Growth, Enterprise UX, No-Code Development, Headless CMS, Software Development.

  • UI Graphics
  • Branding
  • Brand Identity
  • Brand Consulting
  • UX & UI
  • Product Design
  • UX Research
  • UX Wireframe
  • UI/UX Prototyping
  • UI Animation
Vinh B.

Hanoi, Vietnam

$35/hr
5.0
9 jobs

🙋 Are you looking for a User-Centric UI/UX Designer who can create impressive UI designs that engage customers at first sight, deliver seamless, easy-to-use UX experiences, and implement a powerful Design System for easy maintenance, scalable, connected to code, and smooth hand-off to developers? 🌟 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐦𝐞? 🏆 Winner of Figma Community Award 2022 (Category: Favorite UI Kit for Figma) 🏆 Design System Guru - Author of 3 Figma Design Systems with a total of 400k+ duplications, numbers don't lie 👑 10+ years of professional experience in Design/Tech 🥇 Not only a Designer, I also have experience in Coding/Product Management, so I can understand your project very well and bring comprehensive and effective design solutions 🥇 Clear & Honest Communication 🥇 Reliable Ongoing Support 🥇 Premium Quality at a Fair Price 🎯 On-Time Delivery 🛎️ 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬: 🛠️ Design System - Custom Build 🛠️ User Experience (UX) Design 🛠️ User Interface (UI) Design 🛠️ Wireframing and Prototyping 🛠️ Responsive Web Design 🛠️ Mobile App Design 🛠️ Dashboard Design 🛠️ Landing Page Design 🛠️ SaaS Product Design 🕒 𝐌𝐲 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬: ⚙️ Design System Component: 2 – 4h ⚙️ Home Page Design (wireframes + design): 8 – 16h ⚙️ Inner Page Design (wireframes + design): 4 - 8h ⚙️ First Mobile app screen (wireframes + design): 2 – 6h ⚙️ Next Mobile app screen (wireframes + design): 1 - 3h 💼 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬: 🎨 Product Design: Design Strategy, A/B Testing 🎯 User-Centric Design (UCD): User Research, User Personas, User Stories, User Flows, Information Architecture (IA), Interaction Design, Wireframing 🥇 Design System Guru 🥇 User Experience Design (UX Design) 🥇 User Interface Design (UI Design) 🥇 Prototyping 🥇 Experience with React Components, Tailwind CSS, Shadcn UI, Radix UI, Bootstrap, Ant Design, Ant Design Mobile 🥇 Figma Code Connect, AI Driven Design, Figma Variables, Design Tokens, Design to Code 📞️ 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 🛠️ Slack, Discord, Telegram, Figma Comments, Zoom,... 💎 Beyond being a designer, I have a robust background as a Developer(both Back-end and Front-end) and a Product Manager. This unique combination enables me to thoroughly understand how to create designs that are not only visually appealing but also easily implementable by development teams, while staying true to the original prototypes. I specialize in delivering high-quality design standards and comprehensive design systems that streamline the coding process, saving valuable development time. 👀 Ready to embark on a journey to create a website/mobile app that not only meets but exceeds your expectations or to build a Design System that brings your website/mobile app to the next level? 🤝 Let's collaborate and transform your online presence into something truly exceptional. Contact me today and let's get started on your next web design project! ☝ Click the `Invite to Job` button at the top of my profile

  • UX & UI Design
  • Figma
  • UIKit
  • Web Design
  • Mobile App
  • Dashboard
  • Design-to-Code
  • React
  • Wireframing
  • UI/UX Prototyping
  • Design Handoff
  • No-Code Development
  • Ecommerce
  • Landing Page Design
  • App Design
Rizky S.

Bandung, Indonesia

$15/hr
5.0
9 jobs

Hi! 👋 I am Rizky, designer who have 5+ years of experience in the UI/UX Design field. I help businesses transform ideas into user-centered web and mobile applications that drive results. Have a strong foundation in user-centered design principles, with expert skills in Figma for web and mobile app design, SaaS product UI/UX, responsive design, and dashboard interfaces. My approach focuses on creating seamless, modern, and highly functional user experiences that align with business goals and user needs. 🧬 Core Skills: 🔹 SaaS UI/UX Design 🔹 UI/UX Design for Web & Mobile Applications 🔹 Responsive Web Design 🔹Dashboard and Admin Panel Design 🔹 Landing Page Design 🔹 Wireframing and Interactive Prototyping 🔹 Design System Creation and Management 🔹 User Research and Usability Testing 🔹 Spatial and 3D UI/UX Design in Figma 🦾 Tools & Expertise: 🔸 Figma 🔸 Agile and Scrum Collaboration (Notion, ClickUp) 🔸 Prototyping, Wireframing, User Flows 🔸 Responsive and Mobile-First Design 🔸 Accessibility and Usability Best Practices 🔸 User Testing and A/B Testing I’m passionate about helping startups, SaaS companies, fintech, edtech, e-commerce, healthtech, and more build powerful user experiences through thoughtful, pixel-perfect UI design. If you’re looking for a dedicated UI/UX Designer who combines creativity, strategy, and precision, let’s work together to bring your vision to life! 📩 Send me a message today and let's discuss your project!

  • User Interface Design
  • Dashboard
  • SaaS
  • Web Design
  • CRM Software
  • Figma
  • UX & UI
  • User Experience
  • Mobile App Design
  • User Experience Design
  • Interaction Design
  • Wireframing
  • Admin Panel Setup
  • Data Visualization
  • Prototyping
Usman N.

Abuja, Nigeria

$45/hr
4.9
39 jobs

I design AI-powered SaaS products that simplify complex workflows into clear, intuitive user experiences that drive activation and retention. If your product feels powerful but hard to use, I help structure it into scalable user flows, clean information architecture, and seamless interactions your users can actually understand. With 8+ years in Product Design, I specialize in User Experience Design, Human-Centered Design, Journey Mapping, and Interaction Design across AI, fintech, and data-heavy platforms. I focus on turning complexity into clarity, especially across onboarding, dashboards, and multi-step workflows. I have led end-to-end UX for AI-first products, helping teams ship faster with developer-ready Figma systems, structured UX, and high-quality interfaces. What I can help you with: UX Strategy and Product Thinking User Flow and Journey Mapping Information Architecture for complex systems Wireframing and Prototyping AI workflow design and simplification Dashboard and web app design Scalable design systems If users are confused, dropping off, or overwhelmed, This is exactly in my ball park.

  • User Interface Design
  • UX & UI
  • UX & UI Design
  • Web Design
  • Mobile App Design
  • User Experience Design
  • Figma
  • User Flow
  • UI/UX Prototyping
  • Information Architecture
  • Responsive Design
  • Wireframing
  • User-Centered Design
  • Prototyping
  • SaaS
  • Machine Learning Model
  • Analytics Dashboard
  • Software Design
  • Interaction Design
  • Interactive Prototype
Evhenii S.

Kyiv, Ukraine

$40/hr
5.0
75 jobs

As a UI UX Designer I help B2B SaaS startups turn complex ideas into clean, developer-ready product flows — from strategy to MVP. Seamless collaboration with stakeholders and engineering teams, with a strong focus on prioritization, execution, and efficient time management. 🧠 My Experience: 8+ years of experience crafting digital products from scratch 60+ projects successfully completed 1,100+ hours of work completed 💪 What I Do Best as a UI UX Designer → SaaS & B2B Product Design — UI UX for dashboards, admin panels, CRM systems, Platforms and internal tools. Simplify complex product flows into clear, intuitive experiences by understanding user needs and behavior. The goal is to make user journeys seamless and ensure key tasks in your product are completed effortlessly. → Mobile App Design (iOS & Android) — End-to-end mobile UI UX from concept to dev-ready screens, including user flows, prototypes, and usability-tested interfaces. → Design Systems & Documentation — Figma design systems with 3-tier tokens, components, and documentation. Structure that lets your team ship faster without breaking consistency. Additionally, I can use Claude Code to provide all components not only in a Figma library but also in Storybook. Experienced working with established systems including Ant Design, shadcn/ui, and Material Design. → MVP & Product Launch — From idea to clickable prototype in weeks. Design and iterate key screens in close collaboration with you, ensuring they are fully ready for development. → UX Audit & Redesign — Identify UX weaknesses in your website or product using flow analysis and usability heuristics. As a result, you will receive a prioritized, actionable list of recommendations with clear steps to address the identified issues. → UX Research — Create personas, user flows, and customer journey maps to ensure every design decision is grounded in real user behavior. This helps reduce costs early in the process by preventing the need for rework after implementation. → Wireframing & Prototyping — From low-fidelity to high-fidelity, rapid iteration always aligned with your product logic. I define the structure and functionality of your product or website upfront, saving time and reducing costs during UI design and development. 🌍 Industries I've Worked In as a UI UX Designer Fintech · Healthtech · Logistics · Cybersecurity · Advertisement · HR Tech · Real Estate · E-commerce I've designed products across regulated, data-heavy, and user-critical industries — so I understand the constraints your team is already working within. ⚡ What You Get Working With Me User-Centered Design — Every decision is grounded in your users' needs, so the final product feels intuitive and drives real engagement. AI-Accelerated Workflow — I use AI tools to generate drafts, components, flows faster, so we spend less time waiting and more time refining ideas together. Full Transparency — Your project lives in Figma, open to you at any time. No black boxes — every design decision is made collaboratively. Fast Kickoff — Contract signed? We start within 24 hours. 🛠 How I Work as a UI UX Designer Discovery — I dive deep into your product, users, and business goals to make sure we're solving the right problem. Strategy — I define a clear design direction: what needs to be done, why, and in what order. Wireframes & Prototypes — Low-fidelity layouts and clickable prototypes to align on structure before moving to visuals. UI Design — High-fidelity screens, a scalable design system, and developer-ready assets — all organized in Figma. Delivery — A clean, structured handoff: named components, organized files, and everything your dev team needs to build without guesswork. No micromanagement needed. I ask questions upfront, keep communication structured, and deliver on time. ⚙️ Tools I use as a UI UX Designer Figma(auto-layout, variables, components) · FigJam · Framer · Design Systems(Ant Design, shadcn/ui, Material Design) · Claude AI ✅ Why clients choose me: — 60+ completed projects, focused on SaaS and B2B — Systems thinking: Not just polished screens, but complete flows, edge cases, and clear reasoning behind every decision. — I work independently and keep you updated without noise — Clean, structured Figma files your developers will actually thank you for — I've worked on both 0→1 products and complex redesigns of live platforms with existing users — I understand dev constraints and design with implementation in mind — no pixel-perfect illusions that fall apart in code 🚀 Building or improving a SaaS product, web app, or mobile app? Invite me to your job — I'll review your product and reply with specific feedback within a few hours.

  • User Interface Design
  • User Experience Design
  • Figma
  • Mobile App Design
  • Wireframing
  • Interaction Design
  • User Flow
  • Mobile UI Design
  • Dashboard
  • Framer
  • Landing Page Design
  • Responsive Design
  • UX & UI Design
  • Web Design
  • Design Mockup
  • UX & UI
  • Prototyping
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Graphic Design
  • SaaS
Basak F.

Istanbul, Turkey

$42/hr
5.0
14 jobs

I'm Basak (Ba-shack), designing from Istanbul, cat-approved 🐈 🐈‍⬛ 🪄 I'm a UI UX designer and Figma Designer, with 8+ years of experience and main focus on designing complex B2B & B2C SaaS platforms, AI-tech web applications, AI-tech B2C mobile applications through AI-powered workflows. I help companies build intuitive, conversion-focused, and high-performing digital products that reduce friction and drive measurable results. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “She transformed our complex platform into a clear, intuitive system. Her UX and Figma workflows reduced development revisions and increased usability across our SaaS product.” 📱2000+ screens designed across web mobile apps & high-converting public sites. ⏩ Doubled user acquisition through improving onboarding and marketing websites. 🎯 Specializing in UX UI Design, end-to-end product design, UX research, prototyping, brand-aligned design systems & Figma workflows. 📈 Trusted by SaaS, fintech, logistics, AI/automation, EdTech, HR & sustainability teams. 💬 Clear communication, proactive process, smooth delivery. ❌ Never outsourcing — you work directly with me. ⏱ Fast, structured, reliable. 🤝 Professional, collaborative & kind to work with 🤖 Expert in Figma, Framer, ShadCN, Lovable, Hotjar, Vue, Node.js, Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Claude Code, Cursor, Vercel, Figma MCP, Claude MCP, Notion, Replit AREAS OF EXPERTISE: ✅SaaS Platform UI UX Design; ✅Product Design (UX/UI); ✅B2B & B2C Web Applications; ✅B2C Mobile Applications; ✅AI-powered Tech Platforms; ✅Dashboard Design; ✅Mobile Apps; ✅Website; ✅Landing Pages; ✅Pitch Decks WHY CLIENTS HIRE ME: 💠 100% delivery rate with consistent 5-star feedback 💠 Proven 20–70% usability and conversion improvements across SaaS, logistics, AI, EdTech, and agency websites 💠 200+ UX flows, 2000+ wireframes, and 100+ prototypes delivered 💠 Expert in Figma, Framer, ShadCN, Lovable, Hotjar, Vue, Node.js, Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Claude Code, Cursor, Vercel, MCP, Notion, Replit 💠 Dashboards, B2B platforms, automation flows, mobile UI, and conversion-driven public websites 💠 Strong handoff process that reduces dev revisions by 35–40% SOME OF MY ACHIEVEMENTS IN NUMBERS: 🔶 Logistics SaaS application • Improved operational workflow speed by 50% with redesigned Figma flows and ShadCN component patterns • Reduced user errors by 30% using UX insights across data-heavy logistics dashboards as a UX Researcher • Delivered a scalable UI design system for dev teams working in Vue & Node.js, reducing revisions by 35% 🔶 SaaS Platform (Automation + B2B Workflows) • Increased sign-up → onboarding completion by 40% through streamlined UX UI designer flows • Reduced manual user steps by 30% using AI-powered automation validated through Lovable prototypes • Delivered production-ready Figma + Framer designs that accelerated development speed by 45% 🔶 AI/Automation Dashboard (Web App) • Improved task completion by 25% through optimized interface patterns for complex automation flows • Built Figma component libraries adopted across the engineering team → +40% faster onboarding • Used Hotjar and analytics data to reduce friction areas, increasing platform retention by 22% 🔶 Education Technology Platform • Increased student engagement by 20% through UX research interviews, surveys, and usability testing • Led stakeholder meetings, presenting findings and recommending improvements for the current UX and UI design • Designed potential wireframes using ShadCN components for iteration and early validation 🔶 Agency Website (Conversion + Brand Identity Design) • Increased conversion by 35% through competitive research, brand voice definition, and UX-driven layout hierarchy • Built complete journey mapping flows for service discovery → +30% scroll depth and higher lead intent • UI UX Designer UIUX designer skilled in delivering responsive Figma + Framer pages aligned with brand identity design, reducing bounce rate by 25% through Hotjar insights -------- SaaS designer SaaS design B2B SaaS Senior UI UX Designer Experienced designer B2C Web App Design B2B Web Application designer Web App UX/UI Dashboard design Software designer Map-based SaaS Desktop Software Design MVP design MVP prototype clickable prototype mockups mockup design UI UX design UI Design UX design User Interface Design Graphic design Landing Page Design User Experience Design Web & Mobile Design Responsive Web Design UI Research User Flow mobile design Clickable prototype User Interface iOS app design prototype design responsive web design web design logo design eCommerce app design website design Figma UX Research wireframes design UX/UI Designer Web & Mobile UI UX Design Responsive Design Website Branding Web Application design Adaptive Design App Design Design Expert UI/UX Designer platform design Desktop Software Interaction Design UI UX designer SaaS Web Designer UI UX app designer SaaS designer UX/UI Designer ERP application design ui ux app UI/UX designer Seo Web develo

  • User Interface Design
  • Figma
  • Web Design
  • User Experience Design
  • Mockup
  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Wireframing
  • Landing Page
  • Web Development
  • Responsive Design
  • Website
  • UX & UI
  • Web Application
  • Conversion Rate Optimization
  • Mobile App Design
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  • Ecommerce Website Development
  • API
  • UX Research

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Shadcn UI developer hiring guide

Shadcn UI developers specialize in building modern, accessible user interfaces using the shadcn/ui component collection — a popular approach that combines Radix UI primitives, Tailwind CSS styling, and React components that you own and control. Unlike traditional UI libraries, shadcn/ui allows developers to copy and customize components directly into your codebase, offering flexibility without the overhead of large dependencies.

What does a Shadcn UI developer do?

A Shadcn UI developer builds and customizes React components using the shadcn/ui ecosystem, which combines Radix UI's accessible primitives with Tailwind CSS's utility-first styling. These developers translate design requirements into functional, accessible interfaces.

Key responsibilities for Shadcn UI developers include:

  • Implementing shadcn/ui components like dialogs, dropdowns, forms, and data tables into React applications

  • Customizing components to match your brand's design system while maintaining accessibility standards

  • Styling with Tailwind CSS to create responsive, performant interfaces

  • Integrating design tools like Figma with component code

  • Building reusable component libraries for use across multiple projects

  • Ensuring accessibility through proper ARIA attributes, keyboard navigation, and screen reader support

The difference between a shadcn/ui specialist and a general React developer lies in their understanding of utility-first CSS, accessible component patterns, and the copy-and-own philosophy that gives you full control over your UI code.

How to hire a Shadcn UI developer on Upwork

Follow these four steps to connect with experienced Shadcn UI developers who can build accessible, production-ready interfaces.

Step 1: Craft a targeted job post

A well-crafted job post helps attract developers with specific shadcn/ui expertise while discouraging unqualified applicants. 

  • Review this React.js developer job description for ideas on content and format to create a clear job post.

  • Specify required skills like React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Radix UI, and shadcn/ui.

  • Detail project goal and scope including pages, components, responsive requirements, and accessibility standards.

  • List design deliverables such as Figma files or style guide references.

  • Share the target budget and timeline.

Use the Job Post Generator, powered by Uma™, Upwork's Mindful AI, to draft a post tailored for Shadcn UI developers. Share your needs in a few sentences, then review and customize the draft.

Step 2: Filter and evaluate candidates

Systematic evaluation ensures you identify developers who demonstrate shadcn/ui proficiency through their portfolio and proposal quality.

  • Use Upwork's Best Match insights to identify candidates whose skills align with your job post.

  • Evaluate proposals to shortlist developers with component architecture and design system expertise.

  • Filter by expertise level, hourly rate, and time zone.

  • Review portfolios for React projects showcasing clean component code and custom Tailwind configurations.

  • Look for favorable customer feedback, high Job Success Scores and talent badges.

Step 3: Interview your top choices

Interviews reveal how candidates approach real-world shadcn/ui challenges and whether their problem-solving style aligns with your workflow.

  • Schedule and conduct structured interviews within Upwork Messages for immediate transcripts and summaries.

  • Adapt standard queries from these React developer and JavaScript developer interview questions to assess technical depth and communication style.

  • Ask candidates to explain differences between shadcn/ui and traditional component libraries.

  • Discuss their process for customizing components while maintaining accessibility.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Formalizing project parameters in an agreed contract before development begins helps protect both parties and create accountability.

  • Establish clear terms and milestones before starting.

  • Choose a fixed-price contract for defined projects or hourly for ongoing development.

  • Define specific deliverables and deadlines.

  • Rely on Upwork's payment protection and project funds for security.


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How much does hiring a Shadcn UI developer cost?

Hiring a Shadcn UI developer generally has costs similar to React.js developers at $20-$38 per hour. Rates vary depending on the project complexity and developer’s expertise. 

Below are typical costs based on Shadcn Ui projects commonly found on Upwork:

Landing page UI build

$500-$1,500 /project

Entry-level to mid-level
  • Single-page shadcn/ui setup
  • Component integration
  • Tailwind CSS configuration

Multipage application UI

$2,000-$5,000 /project

Mid-level to senior-level
  • Custom component variants
  • Responsive design implementation
  • Radix UI integration

Custom component library

$5,000-$15,000 /project

Senior-level or specialist
  • Design system architecture
  • Reusable component library with documentation
  • Figma-to-code workflow

Ongoing maintenance

$2,000-$6,000 /project

Mid-level to senior-level
  • Component updates and bug fixes
  • New feature implementation
  • Accessibility audits

Design system strategy

$8,000-$20,000+ /project

Expert or consultant-level
  • Enterprise design system planning
  • Legacy UI migration
  • Team training

FAQs about Shadcn UI developers

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring a Shadcn UI developer worth it?

Yes, hiring a specialized Shadcn UI developer is worth it when you need accessible, customizable React components. Unlike npm-installed libraries, shadcn/ui components live in your codebase, giving you full ownership. Because shadcn/ui builds on Radix UI, a specialized developer ensures your application meets WCAG accessibility standards with proper keyboard navigation and screen reader support.

What's the difference between shadcn/ui and traditional component libraries?

Shadcn/ui is a collection of copy-and-paste components rather than an npm package. When you add a component, the code gets added to your project's source, meaning you own it completely. Traditional libraries sit in node_modules, which can lead to version lock-in, whereas shadcn/ui uses Radix UI for accessible primitives and Tailwind CSS for styling without framework constraints.

Do I need a Shadcn UI developer or a general React developer?

You need a Shadcn UI developer if your project requires accessible component implementation, custom design system architecture, Figma-to-code expertise, or complex components like data tables. A general React developer works fine for simple interfaces or prototyping without strict accessibility requirements.

What should I look for in a Shadcn UI developer's portfolio?

When reviewing a Shadcn UI developer’s portfolio, look for component variety, complexity, and accessible implementations. Check for advanced components like data tables, keyboard navigation support, and ARIA labels. Portfolios showing theming systems indicate ability to scale, while custom Tailwind configurations show mastery of utility-first styling.

Can I hire a Shadcn UI developer within 24 hours on Upwork?

Yes, receiving qualified proposals from Shadcn UI developers within 24 hours is possible depending on job post quality and developer availability. Write a clear job description with specific requirements, use the Job Post Generator, and respond quickly to proposals.