UI/UX Designer

Join Our Team For over 70 years, Teachers Federal Credit Union has been committed to guiding members toward building a strong financial foundation today for a better tomorrow. Named one of America's Best-In-State Credit Unions by Forbes Magazine in 2022, Teachers has grown into one of the leading credit unions in the United States. As we broaden our national reach, we will continue to ensure that Teachers is a Best Place to Bank and a Best Place to Work. Teachers offers a variety of exciting career opportunities ranging from part-time and full-time staffers to executive leadership roles. Summary: The Designer applies user-centered design principles to improve the workflow, expand the functionality, and enhance the visual appeal of Teachers website and mobile apps. The Designer gathers requirements from users and stakeholders, defines information architecture, creates sample user personas, and documents user workflow. Designs wireframes, mockups, and prototypes. Applies the results from user research and usability testing to create new features and improve current features. Education and/or Experience: A bachelors degree in graphic design, Visual communications, Interaction design, Human-computer interaction, or a related field required. Minimum three years of experience as a UI/UX Designer or equivalent role dedicated to improving experiences with digital products and services. Proficient in industry-standard design tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, or InVision). Proficient understanding of inclusive user-centered design principles, usability, and accessibility standards. Experience working in agile environments and managing multiple projects concurrently Experience with front-end development technologies and design feasibility. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with cross-functional teams, confidently presenting and defending design decisions. Strong problem-solving skills coupled with a meticulous attention to detail. Job Responsibilities: Conduct user research through interviews, surveys, and usability testing to gather insights into user preferences and challenges. Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups to present innovative design concepts Design visually appealing and intuitive user interfaces that reflect Teachers brand identity and adhere to best UI/UX practices. Iterate on designs based on stakeholder feedback and user testing to continuously enhance the user experience. Partner with developers to ensure the effective and efficient implementation of design concepts Monitor and analyze user interactions to identify areas for improvement and inform future design decisions. Analyze market trends and user behavior to contribute to strategic design thinking. Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to define project goals that align with user needs and business objectives. Provide documentation and guidelines to ensure design consistency across platforms Proactively identify challenges and recommend solutions to enhance overall user engagement and satisfaction. Stay current with the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and technologies to incorporate fresh ideas into designs. Benefits of Joining the Teachers Team: We provide a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes, but is not limited to: Paid time off for vacation, personal days, and holidays A fully funded pension plan 401(k) company contribution Teachers pays 100% of Dental & Vision premium. Tuition reimbursement is offered to full-time employees. Exclusive employee discount of 0.96% APR on credit card loans and a 1.00% APR on all other loans through Teachers Note: All candidates will be subject to a background check, credit check, and drug test to determine employment eligibility.