UI/UX Designer – Figma/Sketch

Job Description

Job Description : Responsibilities : – Conduct user research, including user interviews, surveys, and usability studies, to understand user needs, behaviors, and motivations. – Analyze user data and feedback to identify pain points and opportunities for improvement. – Develop user personas, user journeys, and empathy maps to communicate user insights. – Define the information architecture of our digital products, ensuring logical organization and easy navigation. – Create wireframes and low-fidelity prototypes to visualize the structure and flow of user interfaces. – Iterate on wireframes based on feedback and user testing. – Develop interactive prototypes (both low and high fidelity) using prototyping tools to demonstrate user flows and interactions. – Define and document interaction patterns and UI behaviors. – Ensure the responsiveness and adaptability of designs across different devices and screen sizes. – Create visually appealing and consistent user interfaces that align with our brand guidelines. – Develop UI elements, components, and style guides. – Ensure visual hierarchy, typography, color palettes, and imagery are used effectively to enhance user experience. – Plan, conduct, and analyze usability testing sessions to gather feedback on design effectiveness. – Identify usability issues and iterate on designs based on testing results. – Advocate for user needs and incorporate user feedback into the design process. – Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders throughout the design process. – Effectively communicate design concepts and rationale through presentations and documentation. – Participate in design critiques and provide constructive feedback to other designers. – Stay informed about the latest UI/UX trends, best practices, and emerging technologies. – Continuously seek opportunities to improve design skills and knowledge. – Design with accessibility in mind, ensuring our products are usable by people with disabilities (following WCAG guidelines). – Contribute to the development and maintenance of our design system, ensuring consistency and efficiency across our products. Technical Skills : – Proficiency in industry-standard UI/UX design tools such as : 1. Figma (preferred) 2. Sketch 3. Adobe XD – Experience with prototyping tools such as : 1. Figma (preferred) 2. Adobe XD 3. ProtoPie 4. InVision – Familiarity with wireframing tools (often integrated within design software). – Experience with tools for conducting user research (SurveyMonkey, UserTesting.com). – Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to understand the technical feasibility of designs and facilitate communication with developers. – Basic understanding of version control systems like Git for managing design files is a plus. Preferred Skills : – Experience with motion design and micro-interactions. – Knowledge of data visualization principles. – Familiarity with accessibility guidelines (WCAG). – Experience working in an Agile development environment. – Understanding of user analytics and data-driven design. – Experience with user testing platforms. Process Skills : – Strong understanding of user-centered design methodologies. – Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. – Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively. – Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Qualifications : – A strong portfolio showcasing your UI/UX design process and deliverables for web and/or mobile applications. – 2 to 6 years of professional experience in UI/UX design roles. (ref:hirist.tech)