Lead UX Designer

Job Purpose

We’re looking for a UI/UX Lead who can drive impactful digital experiences through both UX design advisory and UI design work. In this role, he/she will guide clients in defining and achieving their UX goals, conduct in-depth user research, design user-centered visual interfaces, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Consulting: Partner with clients to define UX Goals, aligning design solutions with business objectives and user needs.
• User Research and Analysis: Conduct comprehensive user research, including interviews, surveys, and field studies, and synthesize findings into actionable insights for clients.
• Information Architecture and Interaction Design: Establish and refine information structures and interaction patterns for intuitive, seamless navigation and usability.
• User Experience Design:develop and present user flows, Journey Maps, personas, wireframes, and prototypes that embody user-centered design principles.
• UI Design: Create visually compelling, high-fidelity UI designs for mobile and web that adhere to brand standards and design systems,paying attention to layout, typography, color, and spacing.
• Design System Adherence: Work within an existing Figma design system, ensuring consistency with brand and style guidelines.
• Component and Interaction Design: Develop scalable, reusable components and interactive elements (buttons, menus, animations) that enhance user engagement.
• Responsive Design: Ensure a seamless experience across devices and screen sizes, from mobile to desktop.
• Prototyping and Testing: Develop interactive prototypes and lead usability testing sessions to validate design concepts, gathering feedback to refine and enhance the user experience.
• Client Presentations and Advisory: Present research insights, design concepts, and project progress to clients, addressing feedback, aligning on goals, and advising on best practices.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure a shared vision and cohesive design implementation throughout the project lifecycle.
• UX knowledge Sharing: build a user centric culture through conducting trainings and sessions; and continuously improve the UX processes and strategies

Core Soft Skills:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to guide clients in defining UX objectives and aligning design solutions with broader business goals.
• Analytical Skills: Expertise in interpreting research data, identifying user needs, and uncovering design opportunities.
• Communication and Presentation: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively present ideas and persuade clients, gaining alignment and buy-in.
• Problem-Solving: Creative approach to addressing complex UX challenges with pragmatic, user-centered solutions.
• Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changing client needs and project goals, maintaining a flexible, solutions-oriented approach.
• Collaboration and Influence: Skilled in working cross-functionally to drive projects forward, effectively influencing team members and stakeholders.
• Client Relationship Management: Empathy and interpersonal skills to build strong client relationships, instill confidence, and foster collaboration.
• Innovation: Generates creative solutions and embraces new approaches.
• Learner: Continuously seeks new knowledge and skills.
• Proactivity: Anticipates needs and takes initiative.
• Leadership: Inspires and guides others toward goals.

Must Have Professional Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in UX/UI design or consulting roles, with a strong foundation in user research and UI design
• Bachelor's degree in fine/applied arts or computer science or relevant HCI studies
• Master degree in UX field or HCI is a plus
• One or more UX certifications is a must
• Experience in Agile projects is a must
• Proficiency in Figma and experience with design systems and prototyping.
• Demonstrated experience in user research methods, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing is a must
• Strong portfolio showcasing UI/UX design projects with a research-driven approach
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills, capable of advising and guiding clients throughout the design process
• Experience in personalization is preferred
• Experience in information architecture design is a must
• Experience in designing responsive experiences and native mobile apps is a must.