What are the responsibilities and job description for the UX Architect position at threatlocker?
COMPANY OVERVIEW
ThreatLocker® is a leader in endpoint protection technologies, providing enterprise-level cybersecurity tools to improve the security of servers and endpoints. The ThreatLocker® platform with Application Allowlisting, Ringfencing™, Storage Control, Elevation Control, Endpoint Network Control, Configuration Management, and Operational Alert solutions are leading the cybersecurity market toward a more secure approach of blocking the exploits of application vulnerabilities.
POSITION OVERVIEW
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Develop wireframes, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs to communicate design concepts effectively.
- Collaborate closely with product managers, software developers, and QA teams to ensure design feasibility and optimal implementation.
- Establish and maintain UX design systems, component libraries, and accessibility guidelines.
- Advocate for UX best practices and usability improvements, balancing security requirements with an intuitive user experience.
- Provide mentorship to QA and front-end developers, fostering a culture of user-centered design and innovation.
- 5 years of industry experience as a UX Architect, UX Designer, or UI/UX Engineer in a SaaS or cybersecurity-focused company.
- Expertise in UX/UI design principles, information architecture, and interaction design.
- Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar design tools for creating wireframes and prototypes.
- Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and accessibility audits to enhance user experience.
- Solid grasp of HTML, CSS (SASS, LESS), and responsive design principles to communicate effectively with developers.
- Ability to define and maintain design systems, style guides, and component libraries for large-scale applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present and justify design decisions to stakeholders.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Hands-on experience with design tokens and front-end design automation.
- Background in Agile methodologies and collaboration within a Scrum team.
- Strong understanding of Angular-based UI frameworks (e.g., Angular Material, PrimeNG) and front-end development workflows.
- Experience working directly within software development teams and conducting UI/UX reviews of new software products.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The duties described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. If necessary, reasonable accommodation may be requested and will be evaluated for its relationship to the essential functions that must be performed.
- Job will generally be performed in an office environment but may require travel to visit company offices and/or property locations.
- While performing duties of this job, would occasionally require to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects and tools.
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
