Randstad
ux/interaction designer iv
Randstad, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
ux/interaction designer iv.
chicago , illinois
posted october 3, 2024
job details
summary
$63 - $67 per hour
contract
bachelor degree
category computer and mathematical occupations
reference1067866
job details
job summary:
The Senior Designer - UX will help lead the design and definition as a key contributor to Client's Core UX team, Travel MBT, responsible for integrating human-centered practices in unpacking and improving the digital customer experience across all stages of the travel journey. The Core UX team supports defining Client's digital product strategy and providing the leadership to execute on that strategy with the help of a cross-functional mission-based teams. We're looking for an empathic, passionate curious designer who celebrates delivering high-quality solutions and thrives for innovation in a collaborative environment.
location: Chicago, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $63 - 67 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
PLAN & CONCEPT
Visualize ideas using professional design tools as well as sticky notes, sketch boards, whiteboard markers or whatever tools are necessary to rapidly work through ideation and move to the next stage
Initiate and respond to ideas for innovation/improvements based on research, analysis, and competitive reviews
Identify user needs and business requirements
Substantiate design approach with analysis & projections for improvements
DESIGN & REFINE
Ensure digital customer touch points become and remain consistent with Client's user experience and brand standards
Develop intuitive, usable, and engaging interactions
Drive the design of next generation, navigation schemes, patterns, components and templates across the company's products, insuring a consistent, appealing, and dynamic customer experience.
Create low and high fidelity interactive prototypes adhering to a rapid, iterative and collaborative process
Work with usability researchers to design test plans and iterate designs throughout user testing. Translate usability research findings into design improvements.
DEFINE & COMMUNICATE
Create final design deliverables through appropriately detailed design specifications including: process flows, wireframes, storyboards, high and low fidelity mockups, red-lines and prototypes
Present design work to the user experience team, product team, and executives for review and feedback
Collaborate with cross-functional teams as well as the larger UX team and business partners throughout the design process
Communicate harmoniously with multiple stakeholders to synthesize, review design project progress, and incorporate feedback appropriately with a user-centered focus
During implementation phase respond to day-to-day questions from developers, product managers & project managers
Work with QA to identify, document, and verify bug fixes
Provide guidance and mentor junior designers
Top 5 Skill sets
strong UX .Com and App Experience
Experience with creating micro interactions
Innovative design approach
strong accessibility experience
strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Nice to have skills or certifications:
Masters in UX design
Accessibility standards
Education/Certification
BA/BS or equivalent work experience required
Knowledge/Skills
Solid grasp of web design principles and a good understanding of front-end web technologies required
Excellent understanding of user experience design for the Web, mobile, and touch devices required
Ability to coordinate, prioritize, and accomplish multiple tasks in a fast-paced atmosphere with minimal supervision required
Experience in writing detailed design specifications (IA, work flow, page functionality and layout, etc.), which technology developers use to build the product required
Must be a self-starter that can create schedules and define scope of work even when there are no clear requirements and direction required
strong ability to communicate your design, defend your design decisions, and respond quickly to business needs required
Proven ability to set the design direction for your projects and to collaborate with other designers working in the space required
A team player who can easily adapt in a rapidly changing environment required
Experience
5+ years professional UX design experience required
8+ years professional UX design experience preferred
Other
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
qualifications:
Experience level: Experienced
Minimum 8 years of experience
Education: Bachelors
skills:
UI/UX
UX Design (8 years of experience is required)
UX DesignEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
chicago , illinois
posted october 3, 2024
job details
summary
$63 - $67 per hour
contract
bachelor degree
category computer and mathematical occupations
reference1067866
job details
job summary:
The Senior Designer - UX will help lead the design and definition as a key contributor to Client's Core UX team, Travel MBT, responsible for integrating human-centered practices in unpacking and improving the digital customer experience across all stages of the travel journey. The Core UX team supports defining Client's digital product strategy and providing the leadership to execute on that strategy with the help of a cross-functional mission-based teams. We're looking for an empathic, passionate curious designer who celebrates delivering high-quality solutions and thrives for innovation in a collaborative environment.
location: Chicago, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $63 - 67 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
PLAN & CONCEPT
Visualize ideas using professional design tools as well as sticky notes, sketch boards, whiteboard markers or whatever tools are necessary to rapidly work through ideation and move to the next stage
Initiate and respond to ideas for innovation/improvements based on research, analysis, and competitive reviews
Identify user needs and business requirements
Substantiate design approach with analysis & projections for improvements
DESIGN & REFINE
Ensure digital customer touch points become and remain consistent with Client's user experience and brand standards
Develop intuitive, usable, and engaging interactions
Drive the design of next generation, navigation schemes, patterns, components and templates across the company's products, insuring a consistent, appealing, and dynamic customer experience.
Create low and high fidelity interactive prototypes adhering to a rapid, iterative and collaborative process
Work with usability researchers to design test plans and iterate designs throughout user testing. Translate usability research findings into design improvements.
DEFINE & COMMUNICATE
Create final design deliverables through appropriately detailed design specifications including: process flows, wireframes, storyboards, high and low fidelity mockups, red-lines and prototypes
Present design work to the user experience team, product team, and executives for review and feedback
Collaborate with cross-functional teams as well as the larger UX team and business partners throughout the design process
Communicate harmoniously with multiple stakeholders to synthesize, review design project progress, and incorporate feedback appropriately with a user-centered focus
During implementation phase respond to day-to-day questions from developers, product managers & project managers
Work with QA to identify, document, and verify bug fixes
Provide guidance and mentor junior designers
Top 5 Skill sets
strong UX .Com and App Experience
Experience with creating micro interactions
Innovative design approach
strong accessibility experience
strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Nice to have skills or certifications:
Masters in UX design
Accessibility standards
Education/Certification
BA/BS or equivalent work experience required
Knowledge/Skills
Solid grasp of web design principles and a good understanding of front-end web technologies required
Excellent understanding of user experience design for the Web, mobile, and touch devices required
Ability to coordinate, prioritize, and accomplish multiple tasks in a fast-paced atmosphere with minimal supervision required
Experience in writing detailed design specifications (IA, work flow, page functionality and layout, etc.), which technology developers use to build the product required
Must be a self-starter that can create schedules and define scope of work even when there are no clear requirements and direction required
strong ability to communicate your design, defend your design decisions, and respond quickly to business needs required
Proven ability to set the design direction for your projects and to collaborate with other designers working in the space required
A team player who can easily adapt in a rapidly changing environment required
Experience
5+ years professional UX design experience required
8+ years professional UX design experience preferred
Other
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
qualifications:
Experience level: Experienced
Minimum 8 years of experience
Education: Bachelors
skills:
UI/UX
UX Design (8 years of experience is required)
UX DesignEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.