Senior UX App Designer

Axelon Services Corporation

Fort Worth, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$75.48 Per Hour
SKILLS
Adobe Product Family, Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Change Management, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Cross-Functional, Delivery Management, Design Patterns Programming Methodologies, Human Factors, Human-Computer Interaction, Information Architecture, Interaction Flow Diagram, Internet Application, Library and Information Science, Mock Up, Moderating Skills, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Product Design, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Software Design, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Scripts, Test Tools, Testing, Time Management, Usability Testing, User Experience Design (UXD), User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Web Design, Wireframes
LOCATION
Fort Worth, TX
POSTED
3 days ago

Summary:

  • Location: Fort Worth, TX
  • Duration: 12 month
  • Work Mode: Hybrid (Onsite Tuesday - Thursday; Virtual on Mondays and Fridays)

Responsibilities:

  • Work with a cross-functional team using agile methodology to define user stories and UX deliverables
  • Influence design and product owner decisions based on UX best practices, design principles, and research
  • Collaborate with developers to find the most effective, expedient, and efficient way to implement solutions
  • Collect, analyze, present, and action feedback and manage changes to deliverables
  • Present work in a clear and compelling manner to stakeholders, explaining design recommendations by citing best practices, research data, or business requirements

Design:

  • Design the visual style, interface, and interaction flow of applications and experiences
  • Develop conceptual diagrams, wireframes, visual mockups, and prototypes
  • Develop and maintain detailed specifications and design patterns

Information Architecture:

  • Gather and translate rules and assets into UX systems, programs, and enterprise solutions
  • Prepare, manage, update, and distribute UX documentation (navigational flows, wireframes, mock-ups, use cases, task flows, prototypes, content, system errors, etc.)
  • Advocate for the user and collaborate with business owners to develop features and flows that align with the user’s needs

UX Research:

  • Create research strategies based on project KPIs and develop usability test plans, scripts, and scenarios for prototypes
  • Use research techniques (heuristic reviews, user interviews, remote unmoderated and in-person testing) to determine ease-of-use and comprehension of designs and ideas
  • Design, recruit/schedule, and moderate usability studies and user interviews

Project Management:

  • Provide timely status reporting (including work left to do, issues, risks) on all projects
  • Manage all communications necessary to get the project done, including negotiating with key stakeholders

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors Engineering, Computer Science, Visual Design, Library Sciences, or other related discipline, or equivalent experience or training
  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a UX practitioner with a background in user experience design, interaction design, or similar
  • Strong skills in modern design and prototyping tools (Axure, Sketch, Zeplin, Flinto, Adobe CC)
  • Experience working closely with developers from inception through implementation in an agile environment
  • Advanced analytical skills dealing with complex data problems and implementing sustainable solutions
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines, product lines, roles, geographical and time zone boundaries
  • Knowledge and proficiency using remote unmoderated testing tools and moderated testing devices and platforms
  • In-depth understanding of both qualitative and quantitative research methods
  • Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and a solid grasp of trends in web and app design
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to label, classify, and intelligently build flows and wireframes for complex computer applications are a plus
  • Experience rapidly iterating designs to conduct user testing and to deliver to development teams
  • Experience in responsive, adaptive, and accessible designs
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and communicate effectively with non-technical users

Preferred Skills:

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors Engineering, Computer Science, Visual Design, Library Sciences, or other related discipline, or equivalent experience or training
  • Minimum 5 years of experience as a UX practitioner with a background in user experience design, interaction design, or similar

About the Company

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Axelon Services Corporation