Sr UX Designer Contract Job at Paul May Associates in Lisle

Job Title: Sr. UX Designer
Primary Location: Lisle, IL Must be On-SITE HYBRID 3 days a week
Position Type: Contract

Compensation Information

The expected salary range for this position is $40-$70 per hour depending on experience and qualifications. This role also qualifies comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.

Overview

Sr. UX Designer. This is a Contract role in Lisle, IL.

What You Bring to the Role. (Ideal Experience) - Individual Contributor role with someone who has data project portfolios working with building tables inputs and dashboards related to data and show this in your resume.

• Expert-level Figma skills, including:
  • Advanced component system usage
  • Efficient prototyping
  • Advanced vector work
  • Deep organizational skills within Figma files

• Experience working with a Design System
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet and provide fresh solutions.
• Working knowledge of Azure DevOps (ADO).
• Excellent collaboration skills and ability to work effectively in team settings.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to clarify expectations and meet deadlines reliably.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to engage stakeholders in working sessions and workshops.
• Proactive approach in seeking information from SMEs and development teams.
• A portfolio demonstrating problem-solving, collaboration, and design expertise.

• Experience in Transportation Sales or Logistics industry.
• Ability to facilitate design discussions and workshops.
• Enthusiastic and approachable personality with a user-first mindset.

• Lead UX Design Efforts: Own the UX design process, creating and refining user journeys, wireframes, and high-fidelity prototypes using Figma.
• User Advocacy: Make space for and advocate for user needs through usability testing, research, and empathy-driven design.
• Design System Management: Ensure consistency and scalability by utilizing and contributing to the design system.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to align business goals and user needs.
• Iterative Problem-Solving: Tackle complex, undefined projects by synthesizing multiple inputs and feedback into cohesive design solutions.
• Facilitation & Presentation: Drive alignment through design facilitation and effective presentations to stakeholders.
• Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior designers, providing insights and onboarding support for new team members.