Recruitlink

Senior UI/UX Designer Job at Recruitlink in Los Angeles

Recruitlink, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90079

Job Description

Overview

The Senior UI/UX Designer plays a critical role in enhancing user experience across our digital platforms, ensuring intuitive navigation and appealing aesthetics that engage users. By leveraging deep insights from user research, this position will significantly influence product design decisions and user interactions, directly impacting customer satisfaction and product success. The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of user-centered design principles and a keen eye for detail, able to create designs that resonate with both the business goals and user needs. This role is vital for bridging the gap between technology and user needs, working closely with product managers, engineers, and marketing teams to foster a collaborative environment that drives innovation and creativity. As a Senior Designer, you will also mentor junior team members, sharing your expertise and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in design practices within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct user research to identify user needs and pain points.
Create user personas and user journey maps to guide the design process.
Develop wireframes and prototypes for web and mobile applications.
Collaborate with product managers to define product requirements and features.
Design visually appealing user interfaces that align with branding guidelines.
Implement and maintain design systems to ensure consistency across products.
Conduct usability testing and gather feedback to improve designs.
Analyze user data and analytics to inform design decisions.
Work closely with developers to ensure designs are implemented accurately.
Mentor and provide guidance to junior designers.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in UI/UX design.
Facilitate design workshops and brainstorming sessions.
Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders effectively.
Collaborate with marketing teams on design assets for campaigns.
Participate in Agile development processes to integrate design more effectively.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in UI/UX design, preferably in a tech environment.
Strong portfolio showcasing user-centered design projects.
Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or similar.
Experience with HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles.
Excellent understanding of usability principles and best practices.
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data insights.
Exceptional visual design skills with a keen attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Experience in mentoring or leading design efforts within a team.
Familiarity with accessibility standards and best practices.
Understanding of front-end development processes.
Knowledge of Agile development methodologies.
Experience with customer-facing product design.
Passion for staying current with industry trends and technologies.