What are the responsibilities and job description for the UX Design Lead position at Partnership Employment?
IF YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO COMMUTE TO THE SHELTON, CT AREA, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY AS YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. NO H1S OR 3RD PARTIES.NO RELOCATION OR SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE.ResponsibilitiesIn the capacity of Senior UX Designer, you will report directly to the Director of Front-end Innovation with responsibilities pertaining to all aspects of Service Design, User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) for the digital product portfolio including improvements and refinement of the existing products and solutions as well as development of new products. The Senior Service Designer is expected to provide UX / UI leadership within R&D, apply their technical expertise to define service offerings, and ensure that these offerings meet the needs of our customers and our business. This role is for an individual contributor who can work independently and is comfortable collaborating across the business. The scope of this job includes improvements to current products and new product development associated with Software as a Product (SaaP, e.g, software interfaces as part of physical products, systems, and instruments) and Software as a Service (SaaS, e.g., user interfaces related to cloud-based applications). The range of products you may work on includes IVF equipment interfaces, software that helps IVF labs prevent errors, software that helps doctors diagnose the causes of abnormal uterine bleeding, and new to world products that use AI in service of our goal of helping women, babies and families. Essential Functions & Accountabilities : Defines and creates artifacts such as service blueprints, journey maps, wireframes, prototypes (low and high fidelity), requirements specifications and user stories for digital and hybrid digital / physical products based around user needs, commercial opportunities and operational requirements.Plans and conducts user research (with both physical and digital touchpoints) to identify opportunities and needs, test hypotheses, define requirements and iterate prototypes leading to a successful commercial product.Creates effective, intuitive and delightful interfaces that give users confidence in our products and brands.Creates design specifications, style guides and templates to ensure a smooth transition into product development.Effectively presents work, communicates and collaborates with technical and non-technical cross-functional partners across the business.Manages external partners and consultants ensuring timely and on-budget project completion.Drives design control compliance by ensuring that all applicable safety, quality and regulatory guidelines and policies are followed to develop safe and effective products.Stays up-to-date with emerging UI / UX trends, technologies, and best practices Travel around 10% - 15%QualificationsStrong understanding of user-centered design principles and practicesExperience conducting both in-person and digital researchProficiency with design tools such as Sketch and FigmaUnderstanding of the software development methodologies such as Agile ScrumExcellent verbal and written communication skillsCan work independently on multiple concurrent projects Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teamsMaster’s degree in service design, interaction design, user experience (UX), industrial design (with major in UX) or similar related fields with 8 years of experience preferred. Minimum of bachelor’s degree with 10 years of experience Portfolio that demonstrates your development process and highlights your design skillsDesirable to have work experience within medical or wellness spaceDesirable to have experience within an agency environment
