UI / UX Designer

We are looking for a user experience designer with strong interests and capabilities in the design and development of engaging user experiences. The ideal candidate will thrive in a work environment that requires strong problem solving skills and independent self-direction, coupled with an aptitude for team collaboration and open communication. This individual excels at providing both highly analytical as well as highly creative ideas to a design engagement. The candidate will also have extensive experience in a fast-paced and innovative development environment. A thorough understanding of contemporary usercentered design methodologies is a must.

• Executing interaction design and visual design as a part of a multi-disciplinary team 
• Collaborating on user experience planning with a lead experience architect 
• Consulting with clients and lead experience architect 
• Researching interaction design trends 
• Researching technology trends 
• Performing other duties as assigned

Role Requirements

• Two to six years of user experience design experience for software, Web applications which leverage emergent technologies, consumer electronics and/or mobile devices 
• Strong conceptualization ability, strong visual communication ability, drawing skills and sketchbook technique 
• Exceptional design skills, production value and attention to detail 
• Ability to create wireframes as well as visual design comps 
• Strong working knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Fireworks and associated design tools 
• Experience with user interface design patterns and standard UCD methodologies 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 

Additional Skills

• Strong working knowledge of HTML, CSS, Rails, JavaScript/JQuery, ObjectiveC (iOS), C++ (Android) a plus 
• Motion graphics design and production 
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in interaction design, new media design or related design field 
• Portfolio to accompany resume 
• Background check and reference checks required upon hire