UX Design Lead - Hybrid

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Posted 45 days ago | Updated 17 hours ago

Overview

Hybrid
$90 - $100
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 month(s)
50% Travel

Skills

Figma
User Experience
Usability Testing
Interaction Design
User Research
Communication Skills
Analytical Thinking
Creating Prototypes
Information Technology
Adaptability
Adobe InDesign
Child Care
Content Creation
Design Research
Strategic Thinking
Testing Skills
User-Centered Design
Web Analytics
Website Wireframe
Digital Products
Financial Stocks
Front End Software Development
Human-Computer Interaction
Public Services

Job Details

Title: UX Design Lead
Client: NYC Agency

Location: Brooklyn, NY (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 Months
Work Hours: 40hrs/week

JUSTIFICATION

The UX Design Lead, working with internal and external stakeholders, will lead the UX strategy and interaction design, as well as contribute to the front-end development for the childcare hub website.

TASKS

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, UX researcher, content strategist, and developers, to translate user needs into design solutions
  • Develop prototypes and high-fidelity designs for the childcare hub website
  • Conduct prototype testing for new features, analyze findings, and develop design recommendations accordingly
  • Collaborate with a content strategist to develop the overall content design strategy and enhance user experience

MANDATORY SKILLS

  • At least 8 years of proven experience in user experience and interaction design, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful consumer facing projects
  • Proficiency in Figma with demonstrated experience in independently creating end-to-end design solutions
  • Strong understanding of user-centered design processes, including the ability to create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that enhance usability and accessibility
  • Ability to analyze and synthesize user research, feedback, and web analytics into design recommendations to improve the user experience
  • Testing new features to improve a digital product
  • Experience working with a content strategist to develop the overall content design strategy
  • Experience working with both front-end and back-end developers to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality across digital products
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and strategies clearly to partners and cross-functional teams
  • Ability to support stakeholder relationships in design process

DESIRABLE SKILLS

  • Bachelor s degree in relevant field (e.g., Design or UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science).
  • Experience working in cross-disciplinary teams, collaborating with product managers, engineers, and content strategists to deliver user-centered products and services
  • Experience working in public sector or alongside government partners
  • Strong ability to drive design projects from concept to implementation, with a comprehensive knowledge of design and design research methodologies
  • Experience conducting usability testing or assisting in its implementation, with strong analytical skills to interpret user data and translate research insights into actionable design recommendations
  • Familiarity working within limited design systems, adapting and extending existing components to meet user needs while considering technical feasibility
  • Understanding of accessibility standards and best practices in design to ensure inclusivity for all users
  • Exemplifies diversity, equity and inclusion work in design practice and past projects, with ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders across the city

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