Our client, a pet insurance company in NYC, is looking for Senior Lead UX/UI Designer (FTE). This role will involve crafting intuitive and visually captivating user interfaces to improve our mobile, desktop, and app experiences. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you'll delve into user requirements, develop wireframes, prototype designs, and deliver top-notch user experiences that resonate with our brand and business goals. This position is on site in the New York office.
Responsibilities:
Lead alongside in the UI/UX design process for web and mobile applications, ensuring a smooth and captivating user journey from concept to launch.
Collaborate closely with Product Managers, developers, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and transform them into intuitive user flows, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes.
Conduct competitive analysis to craft unique and user-friendly experiences while prioritizing simplicity and usability.
Apply Product and UX best practices to develop visually appealing interfaces, and establish and promote well-defined design style guides.
Design user-centered interfaces aligned with creative and business needs, showcasing our brand identity and design standards.
Integrate customer feedback, usage data, and usability research insights into designs to optimize user experience systems and patterns.
Develop and refine top-notch UI elements such as input controls, navigation systems, and informative components to improve the usability of UX designs.
Create and enhance original graphic designs including images, infographics, and charts to enrich visual communication.
Required Qualifications:
Possess over 7 years of experience in the UX field.
Hold a degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Computer Sciences, Engineering, or a related field.
Showcase a robust portfolio illustrating your expertise in product design for both web (desktop and mobile) and standalone mobile apps.
Collaborate closely with Product and Development teams to ensure smooth delivery of new features, enhancements, and MVP products.
Demonstrate proficiency in wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity designs using tools like Figma, Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop), as well as Sketch, InVision, Google Workspace, and others.
Apply visual design principles effectively, including typography, color theory, and layout design.
Possess a basic understanding of core web principles such as the CSS box model and relevant coding languages, along with familiarity with CMSs like Webflow or WordPress.
Pay meticulous attention to detail and have a discerning eye for aesthetics.
Excel as a team player with outstanding communication skills, capable of clearly articulating ideas, designs, and suggestions.
Have experience in creating or managing Design Systems, including style guides, component libraries, or pattern libraries.
While experience in insurance, banking, or other regulated industries is preferred, it's not a mandatory requirement.
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
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