Job Description
About Nakisa
Nakisa stands as a global leader in enterprise business solutions, specializing in Human Resources, Financial Management, and Real Estate. We are dedicated to delivering innovative, forward-thinking, and robust software solutions that propel business strategies forward. Trusted by numerous Fortune 1000 companies, our top-of-the-line solutions have consistently excelled in the market, underscoring our commitment to providing our clients with unparalleled experience.
Our team represents a rich tapestry of cultural and religious backgrounds, making diversity our greatest asset. Unified by our values of Fairness, Integrity, Service, and Humility, we foster an environment where unity and teamwork are our core strengths. At Nakisa, we continuously strive to ensure that these values guide our actions at every level.
As a company, we are in a phase of dynamic growth and prosperity, offering ample opportunities for those who join us on this journey to develop and thrive alongside us. If you are seeking a workplace where your contributions are valued and where you can actively participate in our pursuit of excellence, Nakisa welcomes you with open arms.
We're recognized as one of the best Canadian employers, having been named one of Montreal's top employers, as well as one of Canada's best employers for recent graduates.
Our people and our culture are the key to our success. If you're looking for a workplace that embraces a hybrid work model, values your contributions, and encourages active participation in our pursuit of excellence, Nakisa warmly invites you to join us.
Job Summary
Are you passionate about redefining user experiences in the age of AI? We are seeking a Product UX Designer – AI-Focused who blends traditional design skills with an innovative, AI-first mindset. This exciting opportunity allows you to shape the future of our products by designing intuitive, AI-enhanced user workflows that empower users to unlock the full potential of emerging technologies. We offer an environment that fosters growth and collaboration, ideal for designers eager to push boundaries and explore uncharted design territories.
What you will be doing:
- Integrate AI seamlessly into user workflows, designing experiences that reduce manual tasks and provide users with smarter, streamlined interactions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, engineers, and other designers to define product requirements and create solutions that meet user needs, business goals, and leverage AI capabilities.
- Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to inform designs that communicate how AI generates outputs tailored to individual user needs.
- Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups to illustrate design concepts, emphasizing AI-powered enhancements.
- Create and maintain a scalable design system that ensures consistency while incorporating flexible, AI-driven components.
- Leverage generative AI to improve accessibility, ensuring designs meet WCAG standards and offer inclusive experiences.
- Design options for users to adjust, personalize, or disable AI features to accommodate a wide variety of needs and preferences.
- Work closely with development teams to ensure the successful implementation of designs, providing necessary assets, specifications, and guidance.
- Continuously test, refine, and iterate on AI-enhanced interactions, integrating user feedback to improve the overall experience.
- Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and design best practices to proactively contribute ideas that enhance our products.
Your Responsibilities:
🔹 AI-First Design Thinking
- Leverage AI tools to rapidly generate wireframes, prototypes, and user flows, reducing iteration time and enhancing creative exploration.
- Use AI-driven research tools to analyze user behavior, generate insights, and refine design decisions.
- Implement AI-powered design systems that adapt dynamically to user needs while maintaining consistency.
🔹 User Experience Innovation
- Create AI-enhanced workflows that automate repetitive tasks and augment human decision-making, improving usability and efficiency.
- Develop interfaces that clearly communicate AI-driven outcomes, ensuring transparency and trust in AI-powered features.
- Design adaptive and personalized user experiences where AI recommendations and automation improve engagement.
🔹 AI-Enhanced Research & Testing
- Utilize AI-based usability testing and analytics to uncover user pain points and refine experiences.
- Conduct AI-assisted A/B testing to quickly evaluate design effectiveness and iterate in real-time.
- Leverage AI-powered persona generation and synthetic user research to accelerate the validation of new concepts.
- Research competitors to understand their UX and bring back their best practices.
🔹 Collaboration & Implementation
- Work with product managers, engineers, and data scientists to seamlessly integrate AI-driven UX improvements.
- Develop and maintain a scalable AI-integrated design system, ensuring consistency and flexibility across products.
- Advocate for responsible AI design, ensuring accessibility, explainability, and ethical AI use in UX.
🔹 Continuous Learning & Thought Leadership
- Stay ahead of AI advancements in UX, testing emerging tools to improve workflow efficiency.
- Share AI-powered design methodologies with the team, fostering a culture of AI-first experimentation.
Key skills:
- Curiosity and continuous learning
- Communication and collaboration
- Open-mindedness
- Problem-solving
- Familiarity with user research
- Familiarity with AI tools
- Wireframing and prototyping
What you'll need to bring:
- Bachelor's degree in design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field; a Master's degree is a plus.
- Proven experience (4+ years) as a UX designer, with a focus on designing user-centric products and interfaces.
- Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design projects, including wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs.
- Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, Figma, and similar tools.
- Solid understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices.
- Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and applying user feedback to drive design decisions.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate complex requirements into intuitive and elegant design solutions.
- Technical background and experience in launching B2B software products.
We are excited to see how you can contribute to Nakisa's continued success and innovation. If you are passionate about making a difference and ready to take on new challenges, we invite you to apply for this role. At Nakisa, we believe in fostering a supportive and engaging work environment where every team member can thrive and grow. Apply now to join our team and help shape the future of enterprise business solutions.
We look forward to reviewing your application and getting to know you better.