TEKsystems
UX/Interaction Designer IV
TEKsystems, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
This is a 6 month contract to start with potential to extend! Take a look at the details below, if interested and qualified please apply with your most up to date resume and portfolio linked.*Description:*Top 5 Skill sets1. Strong mobile app experience2. UX design examples- portfolio must3. strong visual design skills4. Strong communication skills5. Ability to multi-task and lead individual projects.Remote Onsite may be required to work.Work in CST TimeThe Senior Designer - UX will help lead the design and definition as a key contributor to UX team responsible for integrating human-centered practices in unpacking and improving the digital customer experience across all stages of the travel journey. The Core UX team supports defining digital product strategy and providing the leadership to execute on that strategy with the help of a cross-functional mission-based teams. Were looking for an empathic passionate curious designer who celebrates delivering high-quality solutions and thrives for innovation in a collaborative environment.* ** ** PLAN CONCEPT *
* Visualize ideas using professional design tools as well as sticky notes sketch boards whiteboard markers or whatever tools are necessary to rapidly work through ideation and move to the next stage* Initiate and respond to ideas for innovation/improvements based on research analysis and competitive reviews* Identify user needs and business requirements* Substantiate design approach with analysis projections for improvements* DESIGN REFINE ** Ensure digital customer touch points become and remain consistent with user experience and brand standards* Develop intuitive usable and engaging interactions* Drive the design of next generation navigation schemes patterns components and templates across the companys products insuring a consistent appealing and dynamic customer experience.* Create low and high fidelity interactive prototypes adhering to a rapid iterative and collaborative process* Work with usability researchers to design test plans and iterate designs throughout user testing. Translate usability research findings into design improvements.
* DEFINE COMMUNICATE ** Create final design deliverables through appropriately detailed design specifications including: process flows wireframes storyboards high and low fidelity mockups red-lines and prototypes* Present design work to the user experience team product team and executives for review and feedback* Collaborate with cross-functional teams as well as the larger UX team and business partners throughout the design process* Communicate harmoniously with multiple stakeholders to synthesize review design project progress and incorporate feedback appropriately with a user-centered focus* During implementation phase respond to day-to-day questions from developers product managers project managers* Work with QA to identify document and verify bug fixes* Provide guidance and mentor junior designersEducation/Certification* BA/BS or equivalent work experience required*Knowledge/Skills ** Solid grasp of web design principles and a good understanding of front-end web technologies required* Excellent understanding of user experience design for the Web mobile and touch devices required* Ability to coordinate prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks in a fast-paced atmosphere with minimal supervision required* Experience in writing detailed design specifications IA work flow page functionality and layout etc. which technology developers use to build the product required* Must be a self-starter that can create schedules and define scope of work even when there are no clear requirements and direction required* Strong ability to communicate your design defend your design decisions and respond quickly to business needs required* Proven ability to set the design direction for your projects and to collaborate with other designers working in the space required* A team player who can easilyadapt in a rapidly changing environment required*Experience ** 5 years professional UX design experience required* 8 years professional UX design experience preferred* Other ** Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship* Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications* Reliable punctual attendance is an essential function of the positionIf eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:* Medical,dental & vision* Critical inIllness, Accident, and Hospital* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)* Short and long-term disability* Health Spending Account (HSA)* Transportation benefits* Employee Assistance Program* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
* Visualize ideas using professional design tools as well as sticky notes sketch boards whiteboard markers or whatever tools are necessary to rapidly work through ideation and move to the next stage* Initiate and respond to ideas for innovation/improvements based on research analysis and competitive reviews* Identify user needs and business requirements* Substantiate design approach with analysis projections for improvements* DESIGN REFINE ** Ensure digital customer touch points become and remain consistent with user experience and brand standards* Develop intuitive usable and engaging interactions* Drive the design of next generation navigation schemes patterns components and templates across the companys products insuring a consistent appealing and dynamic customer experience.* Create low and high fidelity interactive prototypes adhering to a rapid iterative and collaborative process* Work with usability researchers to design test plans and iterate designs throughout user testing. Translate usability research findings into design improvements.
* DEFINE COMMUNICATE ** Create final design deliverables through appropriately detailed design specifications including: process flows wireframes storyboards high and low fidelity mockups red-lines and prototypes* Present design work to the user experience team product team and executives for review and feedback* Collaborate with cross-functional teams as well as the larger UX team and business partners throughout the design process* Communicate harmoniously with multiple stakeholders to synthesize review design project progress and incorporate feedback appropriately with a user-centered focus* During implementation phase respond to day-to-day questions from developers product managers project managers* Work with QA to identify document and verify bug fixes* Provide guidance and mentor junior designersEducation/Certification* BA/BS or equivalent work experience required*Knowledge/Skills ** Solid grasp of web design principles and a good understanding of front-end web technologies required* Excellent understanding of user experience design for the Web mobile and touch devices required* Ability to coordinate prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks in a fast-paced atmosphere with minimal supervision required* Experience in writing detailed design specifications IA work flow page functionality and layout etc. which technology developers use to build the product required* Must be a self-starter that can create schedules and define scope of work even when there are no clear requirements and direction required* Strong ability to communicate your design defend your design decisions and respond quickly to business needs required* Proven ability to set the design direction for your projects and to collaborate with other designers working in the space required* A team player who can easilyadapt in a rapidly changing environment required*Experience ** 5 years professional UX design experience required* 8 years professional UX design experience preferred* Other ** Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship* Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications* Reliable punctual attendance is an essential function of the positionIf eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:* Medical,dental & vision* Critical inIllness, Accident, and Hospital* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)* Short and long-term disability* Health Spending Account (HSA)* Transportation benefits* Employee Assistance Program* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.