USER EXPERIENCE SPECIALIST (Indianapolis)

Summary

The User Experience Specialist is responsible for evaluating and enhancing the user experience of custom code and existing applications. This role involves conducting user research, creating wireframes and prototypes, and collaborating with development teams to ensure the delivery of user-friendly and efficient software solutions. The UX Designer will focus on usability, accessibility, and staying current with industry trends to provide optimal user experiences.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Conducts user research to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Evaluates custom code and existing applications to identify areas for improvement.
• Creates wireframes, prototypes, and user flows to communicate design ideas.
• Collaborates with development teams to implement design solutions.
• Conducts usability testing and gathers feedback to refine designs.
• Ensures applications are accessible and meet usability standards.
• Stays updated on industry trends and best practices in UX design.
• Provides documentation and guidelines for design standards.
• Participates in the planning and implementation of new features and applications.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with team members and internal customers.
• Provides end-user training and support as needed.
• Prepares written materials to document design processes and standards.
• Trains other team members on UX best practices and methodologies.
• Participates in efforts to develop and implement processes for continuous improvement in user experience.
• Responsible for problem management activities such as issue resolution and root cause analysis.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Bachelor’s degree in a design-related field or 4 years of related work experience.
• Proven experience as a User Experience Analyst or similar role.
• Experience with user research and usability testing.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, or similar platforms preferred
• Familiarity with Responsive Design, HTML, and JavaScript a plus
• Experience with design systems and component libraries
• Ability to conduct A/B testing and analyze results for design decisions.
• Strong understanding of UX principles and best practices.
• Ability to effectively interface with technical and non-technical staff at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to create wireframes, prototypes, and user flows.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and guidelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to present design ideas in a business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks concurrently.
• Basic knowledge of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to technology issues and data privacy laws and practices.
  
  
  

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements of this position. As such, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of job duties or responsibilities required in this job. Subject to firm needs, duties and responsibilities of this position may change at any time, on a temporary or permanent basis, and with or without notice.

Working Conditions

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other computer components
• Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like
  
  
  

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Statement

Barnes & Thornburg is committed to equal employment opportunity in both principle and as a matter of policy. We will recruit, hire, train, promote, compensate and provide benefits to all applicants and employees without regard to ancestry, sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, religion, religious creed, mental and/or physical disability, medical condition, military and/or veteran’s status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all recruiting, hiring, promotions, upgrades, layoffs, compensation, benefits, terminations and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. The firm complies fully with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws.