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Senior UI/UX Designer

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In-Office or Remote
2 Locations
50K-175K Annually
Senior level
In-Office or Remote
2 Locations
50K-175K Annually
Senior level
Design and iterate intuitive, accessible user interfaces and experiences. Conduct user research and usability testing, create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs, collaborate with product and engineering, and maintain the design system and style guide to ensure consistent, user-centered digital products.
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UI/UX Designer 

We are seeking a creative and experienced UI/UX Designer to join our team and help shape the digital experiences of our products and services. The UI/UX Designer will be responsible for designing intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces, as well as crafting seamless user experiences that drive engagement and satisfaction. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  1. Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to define project goals, user requirements, and design objectives. 
  2. Conduct user research, usability testing, and analysis to gather insights and inform design decisions. 
  3. Develop wireframes, prototypes, and user flows to visualize and communicate design concepts and interactions. 
  4. Create high-fidelity UI designs that are visually appealing, intuitive to use, and consistent with brand guidelines. 
  5. Ensure that all design solutions meet accessibility standards and best practices. 
  6. Iterate on designs based on feedback, user testing results, and data-driven insights. 
  7. Work closely with development teams to ensure that designs are implemented accurately and effectively. 
  8. Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in UI/UX design. 
  9. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the adoption of design thinking and user-centered design principles throughout the organization. 
  10. Contribute to the evolution of our design system and style guide, maintaining consistency and coherence across all digital touchpoints. 

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's degree in design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field; master's degree preferred. 
  • Proven experience in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of projects. 
  • Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, Figma, or similar. 
  • Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, usability best practices, and interaction design concepts. 
  • Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and analysis. 
  • Strong visual design skills, with an eye for typography, color, and layout. 
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present and justify design decisions to stakeholders. 
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment, managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. 

Compensation, Benefits and Duration

Minimum Compensation: USD 50,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 175,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full-time employees.
This position is available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post

Photon Chicago, Illinois, USA Office

11 East Adams Street Suite 1100, Chicago, IL, United States, 60603

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