Chicago IL
Job Description:
>> Lead end-to-end UX design lifecycle: research, ideation, wireframing, prototyping, and final UI delivery.
>> Drive design strategy aligned with business goals and user needs.
>> Conduct advanced user research, usability testing, and heuristic evaluations.
>> Define and evolve design systems, UI standards, and component libraries for scalability.
>> Mentor and guide junior designers, ensuring design quality and consistency.
>> Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to shape product vision.
>> Translate complex workflows into simple, intuitive experiences.
>> Use data, user insights, and analytics to optimize design decisions.
>> Advocate for accessibility, usability, and inclusive design principles.
>> Ensure high-quality implementation by working closely with engineering teams.
>> Stay current with emerging design trends, tools, and technologies.
Requirements:
>> Bachelors or Masters degree in Design, HCI, or a related field.
>> 10+ years of professional experience in UIUX design.
>> Strong portfolio demonstrating complex problem-solving and end-to-end design ownership.
>> Expertise in UX research methodologies, information architecture, interaction design, and visual design.
>> Advanced proficiency in tools: Figma (preferred), Adobe XD Sketch, Prototyping tools (Framer, Axure, InVision).
>> Deep understanding of design systems and scalability, responsive and mobile-first design, accessibility standards (WCAG).
>> Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and front-end frameworks.
>> Experience with Agile Scrum environments.
>> Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.