RQ09368 - UX Designer - Senior

About the job RQ09368 - UX Designer - Senior

Description

We are looking for a Senior UX Designer to drive user-centered design across our digital products and platforms. This role requires a strategic thinker who can translate user research into actionable design solutions, creating cohesive, accessible, and innovative user experiences. The ideal candidate is a seasoned UX professional with strong expertise in user research, interaction design, and information architecture, capable of leading design projects from concept through to final implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

UX Strategy and Design Leadership: Define and lead the UX design strategy for new and existing products, ensuring alignment with business goals and user needs.

User Research & Testing: Conduct and oversee user research initiatives, including interviews, usability testing, surveys, and analytics reviews, to understand user needs and inform design decisions.

Wireframing & Prototyping: Develop wireframes, prototypes, and user flows to communicate interaction and design ideas effectively. Collaborate with UI designers to refine visual and interactive elements.

Information Architecture: Organize content and information to ensure users can navigate and find information intuitively, aligning with best practices for accessibility and usability.

Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams: Work closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to incorporate technical requirements, iterate on designs, and deliver seamless product experiences.

Advocacy for User-Centered Design: Champion UX best practices and a user-first approach across the organization, providing insights into industry trends and evolving design standards.

Accessibility and Inclusive Design: Ensure all designs meet accessibility standards, optimizing for diverse user needs and promoting an inclusive user experience.

User-Centered UX Strategy Documentation

Comprehensive UX strategy documents aligning design objectives with business and user needs, including user personas, journey maps, and key design principles.

User Research Reports and Analysis

Documentation of user research findings, including usability test reports, survey results, and user insights, with recommendations for design improvements.

Wireframes, Prototypes, and Interaction Designs

Deliverables include low-fidelity wireframes, high-fidelity prototypes, and interactive mockups, demonstrating key user flows and interface layouts.

Organized content structures, navigation maps, and information architecture diagrams that promote intuitive user navigation and information retrieval.

Accessibility Compliance Audits and Reports

Accessibility audit reports based on WCAG standards, with documentation of design adjustments and solutions to ensure inclusivity.

UX Guidelines and Best Practices Documentation

Comprehensive UX guidelines for use by design and development teams, including best practices, design standards, and usability principles to maintain design consistency.

Cross-functional Design Collaboration Artifacts

Collaboration artifacts, such as annotated design specifications, feature checklists, and requirements documentation, to facilitate alignment with product and development teams.

SkillsExperience and Skill Set Requirements

UX Strategy & Problem-Solving Skills (30%)

Proven ability to define and lead UX strategy for digital products.

Demonstrated experience solving complex design challenges, translating user needs into intuitive interfaces.

Ability to balance business goals with user-centered design principles to create impactful experiences.

User Research & Testing Proficiency (25%)

Experience conducting both qualitative and quantitative research, including user testing, surveys, and data analytics.

Ability to synthesize research findings into actionable insights that inform design improvements and innovation.

Interaction Design & Prototyping Skills (20%)

Skilled in creating detailed wireframes, prototypes, and user flows that effectively communicate design intent.

Proficiency in UX design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD) and ability to collaborate closely with UI designers and developers.

Accessibility & Inclusivity (15%)

Strong knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and experience designing for users with diverse needs.

Commitment to inclusive design practices, ensuring all products are usable by as many people as possible.

Excellent communication skills, with experience advocating for UX best practices across diverse teams.

Ability to present design ideas clearly, receive constructive feedback, and integrate suggestions effectively.

Must Have:

Proven ability to define and lead UX strategy for digital products.

Experience conducting both qualitative and quantitative research, including user testing, surveys, and data analytics.

Proficiency in UX design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD) and ability to collaborate closely with UI designers and developers

Ability to present design ideas clearly, receive constructive feedback, and integrate suggestions effectively.