Houndify Interaction Designer

OVERVIEW :

Applying for this role is straight forward Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position.Houndify is a developer platform that allows its users to integrate voice technology into their applications (Houndify.com). Its users span small startups with two people in a garage to some of the world’s largest companies. The Houndify UX Designer will define the developer platform experience and work with the team to execute the next wave of voice AI innovations. As a team player, and potential team leader, the UX Designer helps build consensus among cross-functional teams, ensuring that their project goes on to a shipping product. Attention to detail and excellent time management skills are paramount, as this role will be responsible for high profile work.RESPONSIBILITIES : Conceptualize and brainstorm ideas for new or existing problemsAnalyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraintsCreate prototypes or similar to demonstrate ideas or prove a conceptDevelop the flow, visual content and layouts, designing the aesthetics for new and existing UI elementsWork with Product Managers, Senior Design staff, and Engineering to determine design feasibility and discover issuesCreate and manage visual and interaction specification documents for engineeringMeet regularly with Designer Director and Product Managers to give status on projects and address resource concernsExcellent time management skills, works to delivers projects on time, mindful of other projects in the roadmapMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS : 2 years of experience (or portfolio equivalent) designing features for SaaS : Web based, or platform based (Windows, Mac OS, etc)Bachelor's degree or Certificates in Web, Graphic, HCI, Information design, or equivalent work experiencePortfolio of work demonstrating key achievements within SaaS or other developer tools and platformsClear and concise communication and organization skillsProven ability to conceptualize and communicate ideas with designrationaleA desire to integrate voice as a design interface and a passion for developing uncharted user experiencesOpen-minded approach to problem-solvingExperience working in a cross-functional team environmentAbility to deliver high quality work on tight schedulePREFERRED REQUIREMENTS : 5 years experience required, extensive HCI design experience relating to Software as a Solution-orientedproducts (SaaS)Bachelor's and / or Master’s degree in Web, Graphic, HCI, Information design, or equivalent work experienceStrong visual design sense and ability to conceptualize and execute on design work (low-fidelity to high-fidelity)Experience with VX and non visual interactionsExpert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and / or other design applicationConduct and review user research, relaying findings to senior design staff, engineers, and stakeholdersGood at presenting and “selling” the worth of ideas and influence decisions

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