Web UI designer
The user interface designer will be responsible for creating and designing web elements that optimize user interaction and experience. The ideal candidate will understand the differences between UI and UX design, and have a creative yet organized approach to tackling problems and creating solutions. The user interface designer will work with team leadership to create wireframes, storyboards, and conceptual models for testing and building
Responsibilities:
• Build wireframes and storyboards to conceptualize design.
• Determine timeline and deliverables.
• Define visual elements, product elements, and overall design.
• Evaluate and set best practices and standards.
• Work with UI managers and team to define user flows and sitemaps.
• Measure human-computer interaction (HCI) element of a design.
• Perform and implement user research for surveys and feedback.
• Create and implement interaction models and user interface specifications.
• Collaborate on scenarios, end-to-end experiences, and screen designs.
• Conduct user testing of applications, software, and websites.
• Work with engineering, frontend, and backend developers as needed.
Working Hours
You'll generally work from 9 am to 6 pm, Monday to Saturday, but you might be required to work extra hours in the evenings or on weekends to meet deadlines. Some jobs may involve being on-call to deal with unexpected problems that need solving at any time, day or night.
As the equipment required to be a web designer is simply a computer, software and high-speed internet, you can work from almost any location. This lends itself very well to freelance work, being self-employed and working from home.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Interaction Design, Architecture, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Proven experience with UI design with portfolio of sample projects.
• Two (2) years’ previous experience in UI, engineering, UX, programming, or related position.
• Knowledge of Agile and Scrum processes.
• Experience with multiple visual design programs such as Photoshop or Illustrator.
• Knowledgeable in wire-framing tools, storyboards, user flows, and site mapping.
• In-depth understanding of UI; an understanding latest design and technology trends and their role in a commercial environment.
• Superior computer skills; HTML, CSS, JavaScript, IT, and programming troubleshooting.
• Artistic eye for design, user interaction, functionality, and readability.
• Able to think creatively while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Mathematical aptitude and problem-solving skills to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions.
Skills:
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Able to work independently and as an active member of a team.