User Experience Designer

UX Designer

Hybrid-Remote Onsite in New York, NY

W2 6 month contract w/ potential for extensions (medical, dental & vision benefits offered)

Project Overview:

A portfolio showcasing current Design work and collaboration between UX and Engineering is required.

Deep understanding of Material Design and designing for Android and/or iOS is required, and proven track of design sprints with product teams.

Are you a UX designer with an eye for detail and precision? Do you have a passion for Design Systems, iOS experiences and the complexity of components across device experiences? This role works alongside designers, engineers, product managers and writers to ensure a smooth and accurate delivery of next generation design system components.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Create detailed specifications for Material Design components with an emphasis on Android and iOS contexts, in close collaboration with the team's Material Designers and the Material Android and iOS engineering team
• Review implementation of Design System components, auditing code and providing feedback for fixes and gaps
• Ensure that components pass accessibility standards
• Communicate clearly and concisely with stakeholders and reviewers

Top 3 Daily Responsibilities:

• Create, revise and organize spec documentation for Material Design components, drawing from existing and ongoing Designs and Design resources
• Collaborate with stakeholders and reviewers to bridge gaps in documentation through constructive reviews and design critiques
• Collaborate with iOS design leads and engineers to help reach iOS GTM and release goals. This might include design sprints with app teams

Mandatory Skills/Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6 years of UI/UX design, iOS and/or Android design, or a related field, OR significant industry experience uniquely qualifying you for this role
• Strong attention to precision and detail, with the ability to match redlines and design specs
• Clear and effective communicator, with proven experience creating and contributing to Design System specifications and documentation
• Ability to work effectively cross functionally with other teams (Design, Research, Engineering, and PgM)
• Experience in participating in design sprints, creating rapid design concepts and Figma prototypes.

Non-Essential Skills/Qualifications:

• Passion for invention, human-computer interaction, and seamless user experiences
• Strong Visual Design skills with the flexibility to work successfully within Creative Direction guidance
• Strong understanding of production requirements and the willingness to steer work to minimize negative impact
• Confident presenting and promoting design solutions
• The ability to wear many hats and contribute across disciplines through proactive and inclusive collaboration
• A history of designing delightful interactive experiences
• Experience working with a multidisciplinary team of designers and developers
• Self-motivated and comfortable defining and meeting aggressive timelines
• Strong brainstorming skills, from participation to leadership
• A strong interest in design, technology, and trends, with an eye toward the future
• Understanding of Accessibility best practices and implementation

The hourly pay range for this position (dependent on factors including but not limited to client requirements, experience, statutory considerations, and location) is $66.00 to $89.00/hr. Benefits available to full-time employees: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k and commuter benefits.

Synergis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including but not limited to, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

For immediate consideration, please forward your resume to mpersons@synergishr.com

If you require assistance or an accommodation in the application or employment process, please contact us at mpersons@synergishr.com.

Synergis is a workforce solutions partner serving thousands of businesses and job seekers nationwide. Our digital world has accelerated the need for businesses to build IT ecosystems that enable growth and innovation along with enhancing the Total Experience (TX). Synergis partners with our clients at the intersection of talent and transformation to scale their balanced teams of tech, digital and creative professionals. Learn more about Synergis at www.synergishr.com.