Product Designer

DescriptionThe Product Team attached to our flagship software offering, JobsEQ, is seeking a Product Designer to help grow the platform and address the ever-changing needs of its users across a wide variety of markets. The output of this position will be highly visible within the organization and impactful on the platform.The ideal candidate loves to dive into the murky world of enterprise software ideation, design, and user experience. In this position, you will join a team guided by the goal of Continuous Discovery and informed by constant feedback. We believe the best information about user needs can be gleaned from human interaction, and we strive to interact with users as often as possible. We love technology, but we love our clients more.RequirementsBasic Qualifications:Ability to design and build products for desktop and mobile experiences that are grounded in customer insights and business goalsDemonstrable skills in creating pixel-perfect design mocksSkilled in relevant software design tooling such as Figma, Adobe CC (XD, Illustrator, Photoshop), or othersExperience working closely with Product Managers and Engineers to ship real solutions to real usersStrong communication and presentation skillsPrepared to juggle multiple simultaneous design projectsStrong understanding of Information hierarchyReal-world experience in the iterative design process and prepared to lead the collection of design feedbackPortfolio that demonstrates design solutions with strong visual and interaction design skills that includes responsive websitesBachelor’s degree and/or equivalent software industry experienceResponsibilities Include:Working with the Product Team in all aspects of the iterative ideation and design processBuilding wire frames and hi-res mockupsEstablishing the user experience of new solutions and new productsDesigning beautiful and intuitive user interfacesGenerating mockup options with different approachesDesigning iconography and performing basic image manipulationAssisting in the presentation of designs to internal and external stakeholdersAttending “User Acceptance Testing” (UAT) sessionsCollaborating responsively with engineering teams during implementationsPromoting cohesion and consistency in a growing “big data insights” solution platformPreferred/Nice to Have Skills:Experience working with agile teams using KanbanData visualization interest or experienceComfort talking to clientsInterest in user feedbackUnderstanding of Material Design or other UI design frameworksChmura is not able to provide sponsorship for this role.We back our colleagues with the following benefits/programs:Competitive base salariesComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefitsLife Insurance and Disability Insurance benefits, 100% of premium paid by ChmuraCommuter Benefits (Flexible Spending Account)Up to a 4% Company Match on retirement savings planPaid parental leave for expecting parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacyFree and confidential support for counseling, personal and work-related issues through our employer-sponsored service with Anthem (Employee Assistance Program)Employee Development ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramFounded in 1998, Chmura Economics & Analytics, LLC (“Chmura”) is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia’s historic Shockoe Slip with a regional office in Cleveland, Ohio. It is a leading economic advisory and technology development firm specializing in “big data” analytics. Chmura provides labor market software (JobsEQ), consulting, and data so you can make informed decisions that evolve your organization or community. Our PhD economists, data scientists, and strategic planners are expert guides to the labor market. Chmura understands that good data is the backbone of critical thinking. We are committed to delivering the highest quality products and services to clients, and to be the nation's preferred provider of economic research, software, and data solutions.Chmura is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Chmura promotes a drug-free workplace. Chmura will consider for employment, qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, following applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

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